We are hiring for our client for an ambitious and detail-focused NPD Technologist to support the development and launch of innovative food products within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.
The NPD Technologist will play a key role in managing product development from concept through to commercial launch. Working closely with Procurement, Production, Quality, R&D and the Culinary Innovation team, the successful NPD Technologist will manage development trials, critical paths, product specifications and customer documentation to ensure successful and timely product launches.
This NPD Technologist opportunity is ideal for someone passionate about food innovation who enjoys working across multiple departments to bring new products to market while ensuring the highest standards of food safety, quality and compliance.
Excellent opportunity to develop your career within food innovation
Hands-on role supporting new product launches from concept to commercialisation
Collaborative environment working closely with production, quality and culinary teams
Support NPD and NPI projects from concept through to commercial launch
Manage development critical paths and coordinate cross-functional meetings
Complete finished product specifications and approve packaging artwork
Conduct factory trials including sensory, stability and shelf-life testing
Work with Procurement to source new ingredients and packaging solutions
Support scale-up of product formulations and manufacturing processes
Prepare and coordinate product samples for internal and customer validation
Complete customer QAS documentation and ensure compliance with customer requirements
Troubleshoot manufacturing challenges and recommend process improvements
Maintain development documentation including recipes, specifications and formulation updates
Support product costing and innovation KPIs alongside the Culinary Innovation Manager
Participate in customer visits, presentations and supplier meetings
Degree or qualification in Food Science, Food Technology or related discipline preferred
Experience in a food manufacturing NPD or technical role desirable
Strong understanding of food safety, HACCP and industry standards such as BRC
Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects
Strong communication and collaboration skills across departments
Passion for food innovation and product development
High attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem solving
Competitive salary
Opportunity to work on exciting product innovation projects
Career development within a growing food manufacturing business
Collaborative culture with strong cross-functional teamwork
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