Senior NPD Technologist

Alexander Steele; Immingham; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturer in the UK is seeking a Senior NPD Technologist to enhance their product offerings and drive innovation. This role involves overseeing product development processes, working closely with the Bakery Manager to align new products with company objectives while ensuring operational efficiencies. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in NPD within food manufacturing and a passion for creating exceptional food products.

Benefits

33 days holiday

Company pension

Excellent career development opportunities

Qualifications

• At least 5 years experience as an NPD Technologist in food manufacturing.
• Experience with UK retailers and strong understanding of product development.

Responsibilities

• Develop new products from concept to launch, meeting customer expectations.
• Plan and execute projects for transitioning new products into production.
• Ensure ingredient sourcing and process development are within budget.

Skills

Product Development

Project Management

Food Science Knowledge

Education

Food or Science-Based Degree

Job description

Alexander Steele Recruitment continues to partner with one of the UK's most innovative, award-winning food manufacturers. Due to continuous growth and product demand, the business is looking for a Senior NPD Technologist to join their site in NE Lincolnshire.

On offer:

• Circa 50,000
• 33 days holiday
• Company pension
• Excellent career development opportunities

The role:

As the Senior NPD Technologist, this position will work closely with the Bakery Manager to identify and successfully develop new products while enhancing existing ones. You will ensure that process development and improvements align with business objectives, cost considerations, and operational efficiencies. Reporting to the Site Manager, the key responsibilities of this role will include;

• The creation of new and innovative products from concept to launch, ensuring that the business not only meets but exceeds customer expectations.
• Plan and execute projects aimed at successfully transitioning new products into production, enhancing line and workforce efficiency, minimising variances and costs, and streamlining or improving existing production processes.
• Ensure that all ingredient sourcing, process development, and improvement activities are executed within budget and according to plan.
• Responsible for developing and defining processes related to NPD, including establishing and agreeing on equipment settings, ultimately resulting in a set of standardised settings.
• Produce all internal data requirements, including visual and textual documentation.
• Cultivate and support an environment within your team and function that facilitates development and training.

Candidate experience:

• At least 5 years working in an NPD Technologist position within food manufacturing
• A food or science-based degree or equivalent experience
• Have worked with and have a great understanding of UK retailers
• A passionate foodie who likes to be hands on in their role
• Can work confidently in a fast paced food manufacturing environment.