Senior Concept and Process Technologist

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

Job summary

A leading FMCG food manufacturer in the UK is seeking a Senior Concept and Process Technologist to support the launch of new products, ensuring quality and compliance. In this key role, you will drive innovation, managing projects across branded and own-label products. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Food Science and at least two years' experience in FMCG, with strong communication skills. Competitive benefits are offered, including private health insurance and enhanced pension schemes.

Benefits

Private health insurance

Enhanced pension scheme

Excellent holiday entitlement

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of new products from concept to full-scale production.
• Lead product and packaging development projects across various ranges.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams for smooth launches.

Skills

Product development

Communication

Project management

Problem-solving

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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