NPD Technician

Are you passionate about food innovation and eager to play a hands-on role in bringing new product ideas to life? We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Development Technician to join our R&D team, supporting the creation and improvement of products for leading key customers

This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced development environment where creativity, collaboration and quality are at the heart of everything they do.

This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced development environment where creativity, collaboration and quality are at the heart of everything we do

The Role

As a Development Technician, you will play a key part in supporting product development projects from concept through to pilot trials. Working closely with technologists and cross-functional teams, you’ll help ensure products are developed efficiently, safely and in line with customer expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and organise ingredients and materials required for upcoming development work, ensuring resources are available and well managed.
• Assist with the creation and refinement of new and existing products, supporting customer briefs and internal innovation initiatives.
• Conduct precise weighing, blending and handling of dry powders, cereals and spice mixes in line with technical instructions.
• Carry out kitchen and pilot plant trials, accurately following formulations and processing guidelines.
• Contribute to continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to reduce waste and operate in a lean, efficient manner.
• Cook and present products for internal reviews, customer presentations and tasting sessions.
• Document trial results clearly, highlighting progress, challenges and potential solutions.
• Support the review and maintenance of risk assessments, safe systems of work and training documentation.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene and safety, consistently using appropriate PPE and adhering to established procedures.
• Liaise with suppliers and internal teams to source ingredients and coordinate development requirements.
• Help deliver a responsive, high-quality experience for customers, including supporting visits and rapid turnaround of briefs.
• Explore new ingredients and raw materials, assisting with trials and reporting on functionality and performance.

About You

• A genuine interest in food development and culinary application.
• Practical, hands-on approach with strong attention to detail.
• Confident communicator, able to build effective working relationships internally and externally.
• Able to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing project demands.
• Willingness to travel within the UK and EU when required.
• Full UK driving licence (desirable).

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to develop their career in food innovation within a supportive and forward-thinking R&D team. If you are enthusiastic, organised and ready to contribute to exciting development projects, we would love to hear from you.