Product and Process Development Technician

Travail Employment Group; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative food manufacturer is seeking a Product and Process Development Technician to join their dynamic team. This role is pivotal in bridging the gap between product concept and manufacturing, involving hands-on laboratory work and pilot plant trials. The ideal candidate will have a background in food manufacturing and the ability to collaborate effectively with engineers and production staff. This temporary-to-permanent opportunity offers a chance to contribute to exciting product developments while ensuring quality and compliance are maintained. Join a forward-thinking company that values creativity and quality in every aspect of its operations.

Qualifications

• Experience in food manufacturing is advantageous.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team setting.

Responsibilities

• Develop new recipes and packaging formats.
• Plan and supervise process trials in labs and factories.
• Ensure quality and compliance during production.

Skills

Food manufacturing background

Collaboration skills

Planning experiments

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Job description

Product and Process Development Technician
£14.00 per hour
Temporary to permanent opportunity for the right candidate
Location: Wrexham Industrial Estate
Working hours: 8am-5pm Monday-Friday (1-hour unpaid lunch break)

The role:
Our client, a rapidly expanding food manufacturer committed to delivering high-quality products, is looking to expand their Product and Process Development team, bridging the gap between product concept and manufacturing. This role often involves laboratory work, pilot plant trials, as well as working with production equipment.

Responsibilities of the Product and Process Development Technician:

• Develop new recipes, packaging formats and work on existing.


• Plan, execute, and supervise process trials in labs, pilot plants, or factories.


• Transition processes from trial runs to large-scale production, ensuring quality is maintained.


• Use a variety of equipment to support new product development or process improvements.


• Prepare technical reports, specifications, and maintain records related to process development.


• Ensure all aspects of product quality, safety, and compliance with customer expectations are met.


• Work with other teams, including engineers, scientists, and production staff.

The Candidate:
The successfully appointed Product and Process Development Technician will have the following skills and abilities:

• Food manufacturing background would be an advantage.


• Ability to work in a factory environment.


• Ability to collaborate effectively with other members of the product development team.


• Skills in planning experiments, trials, and production processes would be an advantage.


• Ability to identify and resolve issues during the product development process.


• Ability to clearly explain ideas, both verbally and in writing.

Friendly Note: If this job is not for you but you are looking for a new opportunity, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

Additional skills and job titles: Quality Assurance, New Product Development, Cooking.

To Apply
This vacancy is advertised by Travail Employment Group who are acting as an Employment Agency.

Once you click to apply for this job your application will be immediately received by Travail Employment Group. If your application is successful, a consultant will be in contact with you within the next 7 days. If you do not hear within the next 7 days, you have not been successful on this occasion.
All candidates registering with Travail Employment Group will need to provide proof of identity, and evidence of any experience, training and qualifications our client considers necessary for this position.