Exciting Opportunity for a Process & Development Technologist – Food & Beverage
Are you passionate about food technology and ready to kickstart your career in a fast-paced, innovative environment? Join our team as a Process & Development Technologist and play a key role in ensuring our factory processes meet the highest standards while continually exceeding customer expectations!
Location: Headcorn, Kent
Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Starting Salary: £28,000
What You’ll Do:
Collaborate closely with the NPD and Technical teams to stay on top of customer briefs and ensure smooth product development.
Assist with product design assessments and process feasibility evaluations.
Lead daily trial activities, testing new raw materials, and preparing process control documentation in advance.
Post-trial, you'll manage product information like re-heat instructions, sensory assessments, freeze suitability, and quality standards to ensure a seamless product launch.
Be part of the action! Attend product photography sessions and prep for exciting new product launches.
Get hands-on with recipe and equipment setup to ensure every new product is ready for production.
Visit supplier sites to build relationships and ensure that raw materials meet the required standards.
Liaise directly with customers, ensuring their needs are met and building strong partnerships.
Who We’re Looking For:
Ideally, 2 years’ experience in food manufacturing, processes, and equipment OR you could be a recent Food Technology graduate or someone with relevant placement experience.
A true passion for food development and a keen eye for detail.
Qualification in Food Technology or a related field.
Experience with HACCP (training will be provided) and a Food Hygiene Certificate (training provided too!).
A driving license and access to your own transport (you’ll be visiting supplier sites and other locations occasionally).
This is an incredible opportunity to gain hands-on experience and make a real impact in the world of food development. Ready to bring your passion for food to life?
Apply now for more information
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