Senior Process Development Technologist

JR United Kingdom; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK food manufacturer seeks a Senior Process Development Technologist to join its revitalised NPD team. This role involves launching innovative products within large-scale production environments, managing projects, and collaborating across various teams. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Food Science or Technology and experience in food manufacturing. Offering a competitive salary starting at £42,000+, along with development opportunities and holidays.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Ongoing training and development

Qualifications

• 2+ years in a senior process role in Food Manufacturing.
• Strong project management skills.
• Competitive salary starting at £42,000+.

Responsibilities

• Lead and validate factory trials.
• Own end-to-end project timelines.
• Collaborate with NPD, production, and technical teams.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Leadership

Proactive Mindset

Education

Degree in Food Science

Degree in Food Technology

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04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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Job Description:

Are you a Senior Process Technologist ready to elevate your career with one of the UK’s most respected and ambitious food manufacturers?

We're recruiting on behalf of a household name in the food industry – a business with 80 years of heritage, a £250m turnover, and exciting growth plans to hit £300m+ in the next three years.

*This role requires a candidate with an existing right to work in the UK*

Location: Manchester

Sites: 2 UK manufacturing facilities

Clients: M&S, Tesco, Sainsbury’s

Products: Iconic, high-profile, and loved by millions

The Opportunity:

Join a revitalised NPD team under new leadership as a Senior Process Development Technologist. You’ll be central to launching innovative products and driving efficiencies in a large-scale ambient production environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and validate factory trials
• Own end-to-end project timelines with a focus on efficiency
• Present to top-tier retail partners
• Support and manage a small team, stepping up when needed
• Collaborate cross-functionally with NPD, production, and technical teams

Qualifications, Skills & Experience

• 2+ years in a senior process role (Food Manufacturing experience is a must)
• A degree in Food Science or Food Technology
• Strong project management and stakeholder engagement skills
• A proactive, forward-thinking mindset with leadership ambition
• Competitive salary starting at £42,000+
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Ongoing training and development
• The chance to influence NPD for iconic UK products

This is more than a job — it’s your opportunity to be part of a company transforming its future, where your expertise will have real impact.

Ready to take the next step? Apply now with your latest CV — we’re shortlisting immediately!

*This role requires a candidate with an existing right to work in the UK*