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Job summary
A leading food manufacturer based in Bristol is seeking an NPD Process Technologist to develop innovative food products. The role involves leading product transitions, managing trials, and collaborating with various teams to ensure successful launches. Ideal candidates will have a degree in food science and experience in FMCG. Competitive salary up to £40,000 with excellent growth opportunities.
Benefits
Qualifications
- Experience in NPD or process roles within FMCG or food manufacturing.
- Knowledge of UK labelling legislation is advantageous.
- Full UK driving licence required for travel to manufacturing sites.
Responsibilities
- Lead the transition of products from kitchen concept to full-scale production.
- Attend and manage factory trials, pre-productions, and product launches.
- Create and manage manufacturing specifications within the NPD system.
Skills
Education
NPD Process Technologist – Food Manufacturing
Location: Bristol
Salary: Up to £40,000 (DOE)
About the Company
We’re proud to be working with a well-established, innovative food manufacturer based in Bristol.For over three decades, this privately owned business has delivered award-winning, bespoke food-on-the-move solutions for major customers across the UK and Ireland.
As part of their continued growth, they’re now looking for an NPD Process Technologist to join their passionate and creative team.
Reporting to the Senior NPD Technologist, you’ll play a key role in driving the development of new food products from chef handover through to launch, ensuring they can be produced efficiently and to the highest standards.
- Lead the transition of products from kitchen concept to full-scale production.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with manufacturing partners and suppliers.
- Attend and manage factory trials, pre-productions, and product launches across the UK and Ireland.
- Sign off ingredient and product specifications and ensure QAS compliance.
- Work closely with internal teams (Technical, Operations, Commercial, and NPD) to ensure smooth launches.
- Create and manage manufacturing specifications within the NPD system.
- Support ingredient sourcing, ensuring all information is accurate and up to date.
- Stay informed of market trends, food innovation, and legislative updates.
- Review and proof artwork and product labelling to ensure compliance with UK labelling regulations.
- Degree (BSc) in Food Science / Food Technology or a related discipline.
- Experience in NPD or process roles within FMCG or food manufacturing.
- Understanding of HACCP and food safety principles.
- Knowledge of UK labelling legislation (advantageous).
- Full UK driving licence – travel to manufacturing sites is required.
- Strong communication, organisational, and project management skills.
- Join a creative, fast-paced, and expanding food business.
- Be part of award-winning product launches enjoyed by consumers across the UK.
- Opportunity to work across a diverse product range and develop your technical expertise.
- Competitive salary and excellent progression prospects.
Keywords: Process Technologist | Food Technologist | NPD Technologist | Food Manufacturing | FMCG | Product Development | Food Innovation
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