Senior Process Technologist

Zest Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturer in the UK is seeking a Senior Process Technologist to take ownership of scaling products from concept to launch. The ideal candidate will have experience in food manufacturing, particularly with major retailers, and a degree in Food Science is desirable. This role offers a dynamic environment focused on innovation and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Process Technologist or Senior Process Technologist in food manufacturing.
• Experience working with major retailers.
• Genuine enthusiasm for food, innovation, and process excellence.

Responsibilities

• Manage the scaling up of products from kitchen samples to full-scale production.
• Ensure products meet quality, cost, and efficiency standards.
• Collaborate with NPD and Technical teams.

Skills

Process optimisation

Communication across departments

Project management

Education

Degree in Food Science or related discipline

Job description

Are you a technically minded and hands-on food professional looking to take the next step in your career? This is an exciting opportunity to join one of the UK's most respected food manufacturers as a Senior Process Technologist, playing a key role in bringing innovative new products from concept to launch. As part of a collaborative and forward-thinking team, you'll be at the heart of process development – taking ownership of scaling up products from kitchen samples to full-scale production. Working closely with NPD, Technical that every product not only meets the highest standards of quality, cost and efficiency but also delights consumers and performs consistently on the factory floor.

You’ll be joining a business that values innovation, teamwork, and excellence in manufacturing. With a culture built around continuous improvement and a passion for food, this is a fantastic environment for a driven professional who enjoys problem-solving, process optimisation, and seeing great ideas come to life.

To succeed in this role, you’ll have proven experience as a Process Technologist or Senior Process Technologist within the food manufacturing industry, ideally working with major retailers. You'll be confident communicating across multiple departments, managing projects, and adapting to a fast-paced, ever-changing environment. A degree in Food Science or a related discipline is desirable, along with a genuine enthusiasm for food, innovation, and process excellence.

Please note: this client is unable to offer sponsorship for this position.

For more information or a confidential discussion, please contact Danielle Bailey on 01780 483 999 or [e-mail].

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