Senior Concept & Process Technologist – Food Innovation

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

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.