Alexander Steele Recruitment continues to partner with a global food manufacturer that produces and supplies a range of delicious food products to retailers and food service outlets across the UK. We are currently supporting them with the recruitment of a Process Technologist for their site in Leicestershire.

On offer:

Salary is £34,000 + bonus
25 days holiday + bank holidays
Enhanced company pension
Excellent career development opportunities

The role:

Reporting to the Head of NPD the Process Technologist ensures that products developed can be successfully and efficiently manufactured on a commercial scale. Working cross functionally, the Process Technologist will ensure products uphold quality, safety, and consistency from concept right through to launch.

Key accountabilities:

Organise and manage factory trials, ensuring all relevant data is captured in line with NPD procedure guidelines.
Develop and test recipes, creating concept samples for evaluation.
Work closely with the the wider NPD team to gather product knowledge and support with product launches.
Support NPD projects from concept to launch.
Work cross functionally and communicate trials results and project updates.
Work cross functionally in sourcing, designing and testing packaging types and materials.
Liaise with suppliers to obtain packaging and ingredient samples keeping up to date with the latest innovations.

Candidate requirements:

At least 3 years experience of working in a food manufacturing environment
Operational and factory process experience
Excellent organisational skills
IT literate – ability to use and present from Powerpoint and Excel
A proactive team player
Good communication skills and confidence dealing professionally with internal and external stakeholders.

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