Senior Concept and Process Technologist

Zest; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A high-growth FMCG food manufacturer in Glasgow is seeking a Senior Concept and Process Technologist. This role is crucial in driving innovation and managing product development projects from concept to production. The ideal candidate has a degree in Food Science, at least two years of relevant experience, and strong communication skills. The company offers a competitive benefits package including private health insurance and an enhanced pension scheme, but sponsorship is not available for this role.

Benefits

Private health insurance

Enhanced pension scheme

Excellent holiday entitlement

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years' experience in FMCG product development or process technology.
• Hands-on experience of factory trials and gated development processes.
• Experience within chilled foods is highly advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Drive innovation in product and packaging development projects.
• Act as a link between development kitchen and factory for product launches.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and quality standards.

Skills

Communication

Product Development

Project Management

Food Safety Compliance

Education

Degree in Food Science or related discipline

Job description

Job Description

We are exclusively partnering with a high-growth FMCG food manufacturer to recruit a Senior Concept and Process Technologist, a key role supporting the delivery of new products from initial concept through to full-scale production.
This position will play a pivotal part in driving innovation, leading product and packaging development projects across branded, own-label and foodservice ranges. Acting as the vital link between the development kitchen and the factory, you will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth launches, while maintaining the highest standards of food safety, quality and technical compliance.
You will be degree-qualified in Food Science or a related discipline, with a minimum of two years' experience in FMCG product development or process technology. Strong hands-on experience of factory trials, gated development processes and customer-facing projects is essential. You will be an organised and confident communicator, comfortable working cross-functionally in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Experience within chilled foods would be highly advantageous.
In return, the business offers a competitive benefits package including private health insurance, an enhanced pension scheme and excellent holiday entitlement with additional day purchasing scheme.
Please note: unfortunately, sponsorship is not available for this role.
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