Senior Concept and Process Technologist

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

Job summary

A high-growth FMCG food manufacturer in Southampton is seeking a Senior Concept and Process Technologist. In this key role, you will support product development from idea to production, ensuring quality and compliance. The ideal candidate has a degree in Food Science, at least two years of experience in FMCG, and strong communication skills. The position offers a competitive benefits package, including private health insurance and enhanced pension. Note: sponsorship is not available for this role.

Benefits

Private health insurance

Enhanced pension scheme

Excellent holiday entitlement with additional day purchasing

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years' experience in FMCG product development or process technology.
• Strong experience in gated development processes and customer-facing projects.
• Experience in chilled foods is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of new products from concept to production.
• Drive innovation in product and packaging development.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams for smooth launches.

Skills

Cross-functional communication

Project management

Food safety standards

Hands-on experience with factory trials

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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