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In this busy and exciting role you will identify, research and trial new technical processes and technologies that enhance food safety, hygiene, compliance and operational efficiency across Greencore. You will translate emerging science and innovation into practical solutions, working with partners and internal teams to validate, test and embed new ways of working.

Job Responsibility:

  • Horizon scan emerging technologies and food safety innovations aligned to future strategy
  • Research and evaluate new processes, equipment and digital solutions for feasibility
  • Plan and lead site trials, ensuring robust data capture, risk management and clear outcomes
  • Work collaboratively with Technical, Operations, Engineering, NPD and wider teams to translate innovation into real-world application
  • Build partnerships with universities, suppliers and industry groups to access emerging science
  • Develop evidence-based recommendations that support investment, compliance and safety decisions
  • Create documentation, training and knowledge-transfer materials to support rollout
  • Identify opportunities to automate, digitalise or strengthen hygiene and food safety controls
  • Ensure innovation aligns to regulatory, retailer and legislative requirements
  • Provide regular updates on innovation status, trial progress and technology pipelines

Requirements:

  • Experience in a technical, food safety, quality or hygiene role within food manufacturing
  • Understanding of food safety science, hygiene processes, equipment and risk controls
  • Curious, innovation-focused mindset with the ability to spot future opportunities
  • Skilled in data analysis, trial design and evaluation of technical solutions
  • Ability to translate scientific and technical findings into clear business recommendations
  • Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
  • Comfortable working across sites and leading on-line practical trials
  • Experience with automation, digital tools or new manufacturing technologies (desirable)
  • Research experience or working with academic partnerships (desirable)
  • Project management or CI methodology experience (desirable)
  • Degree in Food Science, Engineering, Microbiology or related technical field (desirable)

Nice to have:

  • Experience with automation, digital tools or new manufacturing technologies
  • Research experience or working with academic partnerships
  • Project management or CI methodology experience
  • Degree in Food Science, Engineering, Microbiology or related technical field
What we offer:
  • Company share save scheme
  • Competitive matched pension contributions
  • Life insurance up to 4 x salary
  • Holidays
  • Greencore Qualifications
  • Exclusive Greencore employee discount platform
  • Access to a full Wellbeing Centre platform
  • Enhanced parental leave and menopause policies

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 04, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
Hybrid work
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