NPD Technologist

NPD Technologist
£35,000 - £40,000
Colchester
Food Manufacturing
Job ref: 9114
The company
Join an innovative, fast-growing food manufacturer where your talent will thrive in a rewarding and dynamic work environment. This company has achieved remarkable success and takes pride in its outstanding reputation for delivering top-tier customer service and premium-quality products. Be part of a team that sets the standard for excellence.
About the NPD Technologist job
As the NPD Development Technologist, you will be responsible for coordinating and supporting the end-to-end development and launch of new products and product improvements, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in line with customer, commercial, regulatory, and quality requirements.
Key tasks

• Coordinate new product development projects from concept to launch, ensuring timelines and milestones are achieved.
• Oversee packaging development, including specifications, supplier coordination, trials, artwork approval, and implementation.
• Maintain product, packaging, and project documentation, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory and customer requirements.
• Coordinate factory trials, product testing, and commercialization activities.
• Manage relationships with suppliers and external partners to support product and packaging development.

About You
Degree or equivalent qualification in Food Science, Packaging Technology, Sustainability, Product Development, or a related field.

• Experience in NPD, packaging development, or project coordination within a manufacturing or FMCG environment.
• Knowledge of product development processes, packaging materials, and regulatory requirements.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and project management systems.
• Excellent attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and time management.

More details
The NPD Technologist job is based in Colchester and is paying £35,000 to £40,000 according to your experience.
The package includes 24 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays and a statutory company pension contribution.
The working hours are Monday to Friday, office hours.
Alternate job titles
New Product Development Technologist | NPD Technician | Food Product Developer | Food Product Development | Food Science Jobs | Food NPD Jobs | Packaging Jobs | Packaging Development Jobs
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