Process Technologist – Riverside Bakery

Process Technologist – Riverside Bakery, Nottingham

Client:

The Compleat Food Group

Location:

Nottingham, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Views:

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Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

Job Description:

Position: PROCESS DEVELOPMENT TECHNOLOGIST

Location: Riverside Bakery, Nottingham

Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday, 8.30 – 5pm (with flexibility for occasional earlier or later starts)

At The Compleat Food Group, we’re committed to creating tasty food that’s better for people and the planet, which we call ‘Food to Feel Good’. We value both our operational practices and our financial success.

Our team of 3,500+ passionate individuals crafts delicious own-brand products for UK consumers, retailers, and leading brands including Wall’s Pastry, Pork Farms, Vadasz, Palace Culture, Squeaky Bean, and unearthed.

We seek an experienced Process Development Technologist with a passion for food and a desire to grow within a dynamic industry. Product tasting is a key part of this role, as we produce items like Quiche, party foods, tarts, and pies.

Purpose of Role:

Based at Riverside Bakery, you will support the launch of new and improved products, following our Product Launch Process to ensure timely delivery aligned with our brand strategy, category plans, and growth goals, while meeting all quality standards.

This role involves factory-based work and administrative duties, approximately 60/40 split. You should be comfortable working on the factory floor in a hairnet and also completing desk-based tasks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Planning and executing factory trials for new product launches.
• Addressing challenges related to new products and processes, finding innovative solutions to improve quality and efficiency.
• Ensuring product launches meet cost, quality, and timing objectives.
• Collaborating with NPD Managers and Chefs to develop new products per customer requirements.
• Working with Operations and Technical teams to ensure quality and taste standards.
• Supporting and deputising for the Process Development Manager, including participating in meetings and costing.
• Completing necessary documentation such as shelf life testing, organoleptic reviews, nutritional analysis, and QA standards.
• Leading product handover meetings with Operations and communicating effectively about new launches.

About You:

You should have a positive attitude, be able to work calmly under pressure, and possess strong time management and communication skills. Problem-solving skills and the ability to see the bigger picture are essential. You will be hands-on in the factory but also proficient with computers, including Word and Excel.

Personal Qualities:

• Excellent planning, organisation, and project management skills
• Effective communication at all levels
• Self-motivated with flexibility regarding working hours
• Approachable and team-oriented
• Proactive in raising issues and suggesting improvements
• Adaptable to change and resilient in varying environments
• Committed to continuous personal and process development
• Quick learner in a dynamic setting

Qualifications:

• Qualification in a food-related or manufacturing subject
• Experience in food manufacturing within an FMCG environment
• HACCP/Food Safety training and basic knowledge
• Benefits include 33 days of annual leave (including bank holidays), pension contributions, volunteering days, onsite parking, staff canteen, training opportunities, charity initiatives, health and well-being support, and discounts.

The Compleat Food Group values diversity and inclusivity, fostering a respectful culture where all colleagues feel safe, supported, and valued. We are committed to fairness, equity, and respect in all our practices.

Recruitment Agencies: We have a trusted Preferred Supplier List. We do not accept unsolicited CVs or candidate introductions from agencies.

We aim to fill this position as soon as possible, with interviews held immediately and a prompt start date.