Process Development Manager

JR United Kingdom; Peterborough; Hybrid; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading market player in chilled food manufacturing is looking for a Process Development Manager. The role involves managing product trials, ensuring food safety, and collaborating with various teams to bring new products to market efficiently. Candidates should have a degree in Food Technology and relevant experience in food manufacturing.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Project Management

Cross-functional Collaboration

Continuous Improvement

Education

Degree in Food Technology or similar

Job description

Process Development Manager, Peterborough

Client:

Blakeney Point Search & Selection

Location:

Peterborough, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

2

Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

Job Description:

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?

We are 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