Product Development Technologist

The People Co; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A major food R&D company in the UK seeks a Junior Food Development professional to join its expanding team. The ideal candidate has a strong educational background in food science and a passion for creating innovative products. Responsibilities include leading R&D programs, collaborating with various teams, and monitoring trends in the food industry.

Qualifications

• Creative and innovative in product development.
• Ability to manage projects independently.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the R&D programme for NPD/EPD/ESG.
• Lead scale-up development via pilot plant and factory trials.
• Monitor current trends in cuisines and consumer preferences.
• Collaborate with packaging, sensory, and marketing teams.

Skills

Experience in a creative development environment

Knowledge of food manufacturing processes

Passionate about food and trends

Self-starter

Ability to work in a team

Education

Degree in Food Science/Technology or related field

HNC Food Science/Technology

BTEC Food Science

Culinary/chef-based qualifications

Job description

The Company and Role.

This is a fantastic junior / graduate food opportunity working for a large multi-site progressive food business that produces a delicious range of own label and branded food products. Working within a large R&D team, the successful candidate will need to be a real “foodie” with a passion for creative, innovative, and consumer trend-based product development. This opportunity provides a great environment to hone your skills and practical knowledge to translate big ideas into flavorful products as the business expands its product portfolio.

People Profile.

• Experience working within a creative development environment
• Knowledge/experience of food manufacturing processes
• Degree in Food Science/Technology or related field, or HNC Food Science/Technology, BTEC Food Science, or culinary/chef-based qualifications will also be considered
• A passionate “foodie” with flair for innovative, trend-based product development
• Ambitious self-starter capable of managing projects independently
• Ability to work well within a broader R&D team
• Solution-oriented mindset

Key Accountabilities.

• Deliver the R&D programme for NPD/EPD/ESG in the related product area
• Lead scale-up development via pilot plant and factory trials
• Work independently to develop new ideas and shape projects
• Monitor current trends in cuisines, ingredients, and consumer preferences
• Understand ingredient functionality and collaborate with suppliers to develop new opportunities
• Manage document control and processes related to projects
• Collaborate with packaging, sensory, and marketing teams to set benchmarks and conduct product assessments

We regret we cannot offer visa sponsorship and can only consider candidates who hold the right to work in the UK.