Product Design Technologist - Sauces and UHT

Macphie UK; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Product Designer, where your creativity and expertise will shape the future of culinary delights. You'll be at the heart of product development, ensuring seamless transitions from kitchen trials to full-scale production. Your role will involve enhancing product quality, optimizing processes, and collaborating with various departments to bring innovative ideas to life. With a commitment to employee growth and well-being, this role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic industry. Embrace the chance to develop your skills in a supportive environment and contribute to exciting projects that delight customers worldwide.

Benefits

Annual leave of 23 days plus 9 public holidays

Profit-Related Pay based on company performance

Pension scheme with employer contributions

Health and wellness programs

Sustainable commuting options

Opportunities for further education

Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay

Exclusive employee benefits

Post-probation private medical insurance

Life assurance

Qualifications

• Science degree in relevant fields like Food Science or Chemistry.
• Proven experience in sauce formulation and UHT processing.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and report on Process Design Projects and factory trials.
• Optimize operations to enhance quality and reduce costs.

Skills

Sauce formulation

UHT processing

Product Development

Food Science

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Planning and organizing

Education

Degree in Food Processing/Food Science/Food Technology

Degree in Chemistry/Biochemistry

Tools

Lab equipment

Job description

Description

Product Designer

Join our Team at Macphie

Let us introduce ourselves - Macphie, an internationally acclaimed family ingredient manufacturer, proudly situated in the picturesque and tranquil landscapes of Glenbervie in Aberdeenshire with sites in Glasgow and Midlands too. Our expertise spans across a spectrum of delectable delights, including sauces, bakery creations, and heavenly ice cream toppings. We also cater to the evolving culinary landscape with our plant-based and gluten-free offerings. Trusted partners to some of the globe's leading food brands, we are dedicated to transforming ideas and creativity into tangible, delectable solutions.

About The Role

Based at our site in Glenbervie and reporting into our Product Design Manager, you will play a pivotal role in designing, developing, and improving our range of sauces and UHT-processed products. You will be responsible for taking new products from the development kitchen to the production line, ensuring a smooth transition from trial and testing stages to full production.

Key Responsibilities

1. Progress, monitor, and report on assigned Process Design Projects: set up, supervise, and report factory trials.
2. Review and optimize current operations to reduce costs, improve safety, and enhance quality.
3. Assess impacts of new equipment, raw materials, manufacturing methods, and packaging.
4. Support commissioning of new equipment.
5. Set up and communicate reprocessing materials and products as required.
6. Review current operations with a view to optimize, improve efficiency, and deliver continuous improvement.
7. Enhance product quality through process modifications, line changes, process control amendments, or new equipment introduction.
8. Liaise with Planning, Purchasing, Stock Control, Production, and QC for factory trials.
9. Carry out product design work as required.
10. Share learning with Operations staff during scale-up from pilot to factory.

Requirements

About You

Enjoy a hands-on approach to work and demonstrate a passion for our industry, along with enthusiasm to learn and curiosity. You should have a natural aptitude for problem-solving and excellent planning, organizing, and communication skills.

Qualifications And Skills

• Have a science degree, preferably in Food Processing/Food Science/Food Technology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or other relevant science subjects.
• Proven experience in sauce formulation and UHT processing is essential.
• Experience in Product Development and R&D within the food industry.
• Knowledge of raw materials, food systems, lab equipment, and kitchen environment.
• Understanding of materials, statistical techniques, and testing procedures.
• Strong commercial awareness and excellent communication skills for working with customers, suppliers, and internal departments.
• Enthusiastic and capable of developing and championing new ideas.
• Organized with good analytical data skills and problem-solving aptitude.

Benefits

Indulge in the Sweet Perks of Joining Macphie!

At Macphie, we believe in crafting delightful culinary experiences and providing our team with a recipe for success in their careers. Here are some of the benefits:

• Annual leave of 23 days plus 9 public holidays.
• Profit-Related Pay (PRP) based on company performance.
• Pension scheme with employer contributions.
• Health and wellness programs including Employee Assistance, GP line, cycle-to-work, leisure subsidy, and free fruit.
• Sustainable commuting options with electric vehicle charging and free parking.
• Opportunities for further education and professional growth.
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay.
• Exclusive employee benefits including an education bursary and Funeral Concierge.
• Post-probation benefits like private medical insurance, health schemes, and life assurance.

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Additional Requirements

We require proof of right to work in the UK, employment references, and completion of necessary checks before employment begins.