Senior Concept & Process Technologist – Food Innovation

Zest; Crawley; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A high-growth FMCG food manufacturer in Crawley is seeking a Senior Concept and Process Technologist to support new product delivery from concept to production. The role involves driving innovation and leading development projects across various food ranges. A suitable candidate will have a degree in Food Science and a minimum of two years' experience in FMCG product development or process technology. The company provides a competitive benefits package including health insurance and an enhanced pension scheme.

Benefits

Private health insurance

Enhanced pension scheme

Excellent holiday entitlement

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 in chilled foods would be highly advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of new products from initial concept to full-scale production.
• Drive innovation and lead product and packaging development projects.
• Act as a link between the development kitchen and the factory.

Skills

Product development

Communication

Project management

Food safety

Process technology

Education

Degree in Food Science or related discipline

Job description

A high-growth FMCG food manufacturer in Crawley is seeking a Senior Concept and Process Technologist to support new product delivery from concept to production. The role involves driving innovation and leading development projects across various food ranges. A suitable candidate will have a degree in Food Science and a minimum of two years' experience in FMCG product development or process technology. The company provides a competitive benefits package including health insurance and an enhanced pension scheme.