Samples and Applications Technician

Focus Management Consultants; England; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A food manufacturing company in Bedfordshire seeks a Samples and Applications Technician. In this full-time role, you will ensure efficient sample preparation and dispatch to support product development. The position requires a detail-oriented individual with good communication skills and an interest in food innovation. You'll work in a collaborative R&D environment, maintaining stock and hygiene while assisting with trials.

Qualifications

• Detail-focused and methodical work style.
• Ability to manage pressure calmly.
• Experience with basic computer systems.

Responsibilities

• Create samples accurately and consistently.
• Pack and dispatch samples swiftly and safely.
• Manage stock and order ingredients efficiently.
• Assist team members with development trials.
• Maintain hygiene and cleanliness in the lab.
• Proactively solve problems to ensure smooth operations.

Skills

Detail-focused approach

Calm under pressure

Basic computer skills

Good communication

Interest in food and flavor

Flexibility in support

Job description

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Overview

Samples and Applications Technician — Location: Bedfordshire • Type: Full-Time, Permanent

You like to make things work. Smoothly. Efficiently. On time.

Whether it’s blending a new sample, keeping the lab stocked, or figuring out how to get a tricky dispatch out the door – you’re someone who solves problems before they become issues.

This is a hands-on role for someone who thrives in a busy, collaborative R&D environment. You’ll be part of the team that brings food innovation to life – supporting product development by preparing, packing, and dispatching samples for customers and internal testing. It’s not just about following a method – it’s about making sure everything behind the scenes runs like clockwork.

Responsibilities

• Making it happen – creating samples, accurately and consistently
• Packing and dispatching – getting samples to customers quickly and safely via courier systems
• Stock management – ordering ingredients, rotating stock, and keeping the lab fully supplied
• Supporting the team – helping Development Technologists and Chefs with trials and presentations
• Maintaining hygiene – cleaning equipment and keeping the lab spotless and safe
• Problem-solving – spotting issues early and keeping everything running smoothly

Qualifications

• A detail-focused, methodical approach
• A calm head and steady pace under pressure
• Confidence using basic computer systems (for ordering and dispatch)
• Good communication skills – you’ll be working with teams across the business
• A genuine interest in food, flavour, and how products come to life
• The flexibility to support in other areas when needed

What’s in it for you?

This is a great opportunity to get involved in the product development process within a friendly, fast-moving food manufacturing business.

If you take pride in getting the details right and want to be part of a team that values reliability as much as creativity – we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now, or get in touch to find out more.

Ref RLS58297

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Production and Manufacturing

Industries

• Food and Beverage Manufacturing
• Beverage Manufacturing
• Dairy Product Manufacturing

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