Process Development Technologist

Kandhu Recruitment Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Process Development Technologist located at a major food production facility in Park Royal. You will be responsible for leading the scale-up of new products and improving processes while collaborating with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate has a degree in Food Science or Engineering and experience in food manufacturing. Competitive salary of £40,000 - £45,000 offered.

Benefits

Real influence on product development

Collaborative working environment

Qualifications

• Previous experience in food manufacturing (FMCG) focused on process or development.
• Strong enthusiasm for food innovation and quality.

Responsibilities

• Lead scale-up of new products from kitchen to full-scale factory production.
• Organise and run factory trials for NPD and EPD projects.
• Drive continuous improvement and enhance product quality and efficiency.
• Work with cross-functional teams for smooth implementation of changes.
• Support introduction of new technologies in line with Product Development Strategy.

Skills

Problem-solving abilities

Food production methods understanding

Continuous improvement drive

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in Food Science or Chemical Engineering

Job description

Overview

Process Development Technologist

Location: Park Royal

Salary: £40,000 - £45,000

Hours: Full-time

Are you passionate about food innovation and ready to turn great ideas into real, scalable products? We"re working with a leading food manufacturer to find a talented Process Technologist to help bridge the gap between the development kitchen and the factory floor.

This is a hands-on, fast-paced role where you"ll play a key part in bringing new products to life—ensuring they meet high technical and quality standards as they move from concept to launch.

What You'll Be Doing

• Leading the scale-up of new products from kitchen to full-scale factory production
• Organising and running factory trials for NPD (New Product Development) and EPD (Existing Product Development) projects
• Driving continuous improvement and value engineering to enhance product quality and efficiency
• Working with cross-functional teams including Technical, Operations, and Engineering to ensure smooth implementation of changes
• Supporting the introduction of new technologies aligned with the Product Development Strategy

What\'s On Offer

• £45,000 salary
• A site-based role at a major food production facility
• Real influence on how new products are developed, tested, and launched
• A chance to be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking NPD team

What We\'re Looking For

• A degree in Food Science, Chemical Engineering, or a similar technical field
• Previous experience in food manufacturing (FMCG), ideally in a process, development, or NPD-focused role
• Understanding of key food production methods—such as extrusion, frying, baking, sheeting, and flavouring
• Strong problem-solving abilities and a drive for continuous improvement
• A genuine enthusiasm for food, innovation, and quality

Ready to Help Shape the Future of Food?

If you"re someone who thrives in a fast-moving environment and loves the challenge of making ideas production-ready, we\'d love to hear from you. Apply now to find out more!

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