Process Development Manager

JR United Kingdom; Ipswich; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading chilled food manufacturer is seeking a Process Development Manager to lead the development of new products from concept to launch. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Food Technology, experience in food manufacturing, and strong project management skills. This hybrid role focuses on operational efficiency, food safety, and collaboration across various departments.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in a process/NPD role in food manufacturing.
• Strong project management skills.
• Knowledge of HACCP, food law, and industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead product trials and launches.
• Drive continuous improvement and cost-saving initiatives.
• Collaborate on allergen, QA, and HACCP standards.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Food safety knowledge

Education

Degree in Food Technology or similar

Job description

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? Now Hiring: Process Development Manager – Chilled Category| Warminster | £50k + Bonus & Benefits | Hybrid Working

Are you a proactive and passionate Process Development professional with a knack for turning kitchen concepts into factory-ready success stories?

I’m currently working on an exciting opportunity with a market-leading chilled food manufacturer based in Warminster—a business known for its innovation, high standards, and sustainability focus.

? What’s the Role?

You’ll be at the heart of bringing new products to life—leading projects from concept through to launch, ensuring operational efficiency, food safety, and commercial success. Working closely with NPD, Technical, Ops, and Commercial teams, you'll ensure launches land right first time.

Key Responsibilities Include:

Leading product trials and launches

Driving continuous improvement and cost-saving initiatives

Supporting capital projects and technical documentation

Collaborating on allergen, QA, and HACCP standards

Delivering cross-functional training and SOPs

? What We're Looking For:

• Degree in Food Technology or similar
• 2+ years in a process/NPD role in food manufacturing
• Strong project management and cross-functional skills
• Working knowledge of HACCP, food law, and industry standards