Samples and Applications Technician

Focus Management Consultants Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A food innovation company in Bedfordshire is seeking a Samples and Applications Technician to support product development by creating and dispatching samples. Ideal candidates will be detail-oriented, methodical, and have good communication skills. This is a full-time, permanent position and offers the chance to thrive in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Detail-focused, methodical approach.
• Calm under pressure.
• Basic computer skills for ordering and dispatch.

Responsibilities

• Create samples accurately and consistently.
• Pack and dispatch samples safely.
• Manage stock and order ingredients.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Problem-solving

Good communication

Job description

Overview

Samples and Applications Technician
Location: Bedfordshire
Hours: Mon-Fri days
Type: Full-Time, Permanent
£26k - £28k

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