Senior Concept and Process Technologist

Zest; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A high-growth FMCG food manufacturer in Maidstone is seeking a Senior Concept and Process Technologist to lead product and packaging development from concept to production. You will play a crucial role in driving innovation and ensuring smooth launches while maintaining high standards of food safety. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Food Science and at least two years of experience in FMCG product development. A competitive benefits package, including private health insurance and an enhanced pension scheme, is offered.

Benefits

Private health insurance

Enhanced pension scheme

Excellent holiday entitlement with additional day purchasing scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years' experience in FMCG product development or process technology.
• Strong hands-on experience of factory trials and gated development processes.
• Experience working with customer-facing projects.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of new products from initial concept to full-scale production.
• Lead product and packaging development projects.
• Ensure smooth launches while maintaining food safety and quality standards.

Skills

Product development

Process technology

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

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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