NPD Technologist Job at Zest Food Jobs (Peterborough)

NPD Technologist

We are recruiting an enthusiastic and detail-driven New Product Developer to joi...

Location

United Kingdom , Leicester

Salary:

28000.00 - 30000.00 GBP / Year

Zest Food Jobs

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Degree in Food Science or a related discipline (or be working towards one)
Approximately one year's experience in a food development or technical role
Strong organisational skills
Excellent communication
Proactive, solution-focused approach

Job Responsibility

Support product development projects from concept to launch
Assist with sample submissions, packaging, artwork and factory trials
Help ensure that all products meet the highest standards of quality, safety and commercial viability
Collaborate closely with internal teams, suppliers and customers
Stay up to date with ingredients, market trends and consumer insights

What we offer

Package

Fulltime

NPD Technologist

Do you have a passion for creating delicious, innovative products that make peop...

Location

United Kingdom , Bala

Salary:

30000.00 - 35000.00 GBP / Year

360 Resourcing Solutions

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Experience in food product development (bakery or confectionery preferred)
Creative flair with strong technical knowledge
Ability to manage projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
A team player who loves turning ideas into reality
Confident in a customer facing role
Great IT skills, especially Excell

Job Responsibility

Develop exciting new concepts from concept to launch in the categories of cupcakes, small cakes, sheet cakes and celebration cakes
Work closely with technical, and production teams to bring your creations to life
Ensure products meet the highest standards of quality, taste, and compliance
Stay ahead of trends and deliver innovation that delights customers
Be instrumental in the trial and launch process

What we offer

Paid sick and compassionate leave
subsidised
Competitive salary and benefits
A sweet career path with plenty of room to grow

Fulltime

NPD Technologist

Are you ready to take the lead in crafting innovative, delicious products for so...

Location

United Kingdom

Salary:

28000.00 - 32000.00 GBP / Year

Zest Food Jobs

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proven experience in a food manufacturing or NPD environment
A passion for innovation, with a track record of developing standout products
Exceptional communication skills and confidence in customer-facing interactions
A proactive, solution-focused mindset with excellent project management abilities

Job Responsibility

Leading end-to-end product development projects, from concept to commercialization
Collaborating with customers to understand their needs and deliver tailored, innovative solutions
Staying ahead of the curve by researching and interpreting market trends
Overseeing trials and ensuring products meet the highest quality and regulatory standards
Delivering polished proposals and presentations to customers and internal teams

What we offer

plus package

Npd technologist - personal care/cosmetics

Solent Group work with a diverse portfolio of Retailers and supply bespoke produ...

Location

United Kingdom , Christchurch

Salary:

Not provided

Solent Group

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Experience of technical product development and delivery to market
Retail or retail supplier experience and/or brand development experience
Excellent people, presentation and communication skills
Good working knowledge of Quality Management Systems, HACCP, BRC, Allergen Controls, Ethical Requirements
Internal Auditing, third party and retailer accreditation systems and Codes of Practice

Job Responsibility

Liaise with technical teams at both retailers and manufacturing suppliers worldwide
Support the Senior Technical Managers in delivering successful new product development projects
Ensure all key technical elements of a project are diligently completed and communicated to Solent’s customers
Travel to various locations around the world to attend factory trials, pre-production and product launches and to meet with customers
Responsible for supporting across formulated technical product development, innovation, quality assurance and launch, with a focus on personal care products and ranges
Working with technical teams in UK and Asia to ensure all technical aspects of a project are completed, for example safety assessment, product performance testing, regulatory compliance, Product specifications and legal checks etc
Coordinating with the quality team to prepare the product specifications and drafting quality contracts where applicable
Check product artwork, packaging and labelling for compliance with relevant regional legislation
Work closely with the internal Product and Commercial teams to ensure all technical requirements are applied during the NPD process and new launches
Travel to various locations with line manager to attend factory initial visits, development trials, pre-production and product launches

What we offer

Competitive salary with annual salary reviews
25 days holiday per annum, increasing to 27 days after 3 years’ service and 30 days after 5 years’ service
Extensive benefits programme including buying additional holiday, medical cash plan, access to mental health support and many other benefits
Flexible hours and work from home available to all staff
Great learning and development and progression opportunities
Yearly bonus structure (based on company targets)
Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave
Generous Company Sick Pay
Pension Scheme Contribution
Solent social events run by our inhouse Social Team

Fulltime

Senior NPD Technologist

Want to be at the heart of delivering new delicious products from initial concep...

Location

United Kingdom , Somerset

Salary:

38000.00 - 48000.00 GBP / Year

Zest Food Jobs

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Degree-qualified in Food Science or a related discipline
Minimum of two years' experience within FMCG product development or process technology
Strong hands-on experience of factory trials, gated development processes and customer-facing projects
Organised, confident communicator who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and is comfortable collaborating across multiple functions

Job Responsibility

Lead product and packaging development projects
Work cross-functionally to ensure seamless launches
Uphold the highest standards of food safety, quality and technical compliance
Act as the vital link between the development kitchen and the factory floor
Drive innovation across branded, own-label and foodservice ranges

What we offer

Private health insurance
Enhanced pension scheme
Generous holiday entitlement
Additional day purchasing scheme

Senior NPD Technologist

An opportunity has arisen for a Senior NPD Technologist to join a well-establish...

Location

United Kingdom , Bristol

Salary:

30000.00 - 33000.00 GBP / Year

Zest Food Jobs

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

food related degree or equivalent industry experience
at least 2 years post graduate experience in food
proactive and problem-solving mindset
strong attention to detail
able to engage with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
experience in chilled FMCG
holds right to work in the UK

Job Responsibility

support the creation and delivery of new product concepts across multiple chilled categories
coordinate kitchen samples
source and assess new ingredients
collaborate with Process Development teams to identify opportunities for process improvements
assist with customer engagement and presentations
conduct market reviews and product benchmarking to identify trends and opportunities
help manage project critical paths to ensure timely delivery
accurate documentation
strong cross-functional collaboration

What we offer

competitive salary with an additional bonus
supportive culture
clear learning and development opportunities

Process NPD Technologist

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a background in Technical, Prod...

Location

United Kingdom

Salary:

28000.00 - 30000.00 GBP / Year

Zest Food Jobs

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Experience in UK food manufacturing
Strong time management skills
Ability to prioritise and manage multiple projects effectively
Natural problem solver and critical thinker
Able to analyse production data, identify opportunities for improvement, and implement practical solutions
Strong attention to detail
Excellent communication skills

Job Responsibility

Supporting factory trials, process validations, and continuous improvement initiatives
Working closely with cross-functional teams, including NPD and Technical, to bring new concepts to life and optimise existing processes

What we offer

Package

Fulltime

Senior NPD Technologist

We're working with an innovative and growing food manufacturing client based in ...

Location

United Kingdom

Salary:

35000.00 - 40000.00 GBP / Year

Zest Food Jobs

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proven experience in New Product Development within a food manufacturing environment
A strong track record of running factory trials and scaling up new products
Practical problem-solving skills with a hands-on, proactive approach
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work cross-functionally

Job Responsibility

Manage NPD projects from concept through to launch, ensuring products are delivered on time and to customer requirements
Lead and support factory trials, working closely with operations and technical teams to ensure smooth scale-up into production
Problem-solve and troubleshoot process challenges to deliver commercially viable solutions
Build strong relationships with both internal teams and external customers, providing technical support and innovation expertise

What we offer

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