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Food Technologist

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The People Co.

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United Kingdom , Kent

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Job Description:

This is a hands-on, cross-functional role where you will work closely with our NPD, Technical, Sales, Production, and Supply Chain teams. You will be key in assisting with product development, technical, and quality process improvements.

Job Responsibility:

  • Product Development & Innovation: Assist with creating new products/recipes, improving existing ones, and leading development sessions, including organoleptic assessment
  • Research consumer markets and latest technologies to develop new product concepts
  • Quality & Compliance: Ensure products meet safety, quality, and regulatory standards
  • Complete and verify product testing, review results, and ensure accurate artwork and packaging information for legal compliance
  • Supplier & Raw Material Management: Assist with requesting and reviewing supplier specifications, managing technical information, and resolving supplier technical issues
  • Research alternative ingredients/suppliers for cost reduction and enhanced performance
  • Team Support: Help to coordinate new product launches, provide troubleshooting assistance to Operations and Production, and measure/propose continuous improvements to food safety and quality management systems
  • Customer/Internal Technical Support: Investigate and resolve customer technical enquiries and complaints
  • Provide accurate advice on product specifications and assist with the completion of customer SAQs

Requirements:

  • 2-3 years of relevant experience
  • Ideally, a degree in Food Science, Food Technology, or a related science (e.g., Chemistry or Biology)
  • High computer and system literacy
  • Excellent diligence
  • Effective communication and people skills for cross-functional collaboration
  • Must be capable of absorbing data and implementing successful solutions
  • Full UK Driving License preferred
What we offer:
  • Healthcare
  • Bonus
  • Company Pension

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 12, 2025

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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