Process Development Technologist
We have a new opportunity to join The Compleat Food Group as a Process Development Technologist in our New Product Development team!
Location: Middlesbrough, TS2 1RT
Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 – 17:00
Purpose
Support in the delivery of New and Existing Product Development across the site, in the transferring of products from concept approval handover to launch, aligned with the Compleat product launch process and critical path.
Your Duties Will Include
* Supporting the execution of product trials and launches, focusing on implementation into the factory.
* Understanding the chilled fried pastry category area of processes and kit within the factory.
* Organising and executing trials and launches in line with critical path including liaison with key stakeholders at site and central teams.
* Scheduling and ordering the delivery and assessment of materials to agreed quality parameters.
* Accountability for post‑trial documentation and product panels.
* Completing required paperwork pre‑ and post‑trial including nutritional data, micro data, factory specifications and organoleptic information.
* Supporting continuous improvement of quality agenda.
* Raising relevant purchase orders required and logging on tracker.
* Supporting with customer samples, trial feedback and benchmarking panels.
Knowledge, Experience and Skills
* Entry‑level experience in food manufacturing, HACCP basics, food safety understanding and keen to grow.
* HND/Degree in food‑based subject (desirable).
* Enthusiasm.
* Team player.
* Self‑motivated.
* Adaptable.
* Proactive.
* Flexible.
Benefits
* Salary sacrifice schemes – electric vehicles, home & tech, cycle to work, and SMART pension.
* 33 days’ annual leave (including bank holidays) with the option to purchase extra.
* Holiday discounts via our online retail platform.
* Access to enhanced retail discounts online and in‑store.
* Free product handouts across our sites.
* EV charging points – available at selected sites.
* 24/7 access to GroceryAid for free financial, emotional and practical support.
* Physical wellbeing hub – free on‑demand exercise classes, gym discounts.
* Free diet and nutrition advice with access to thousands of healthy recipes.
* Online wellbeing support – from mindfulness to lifestyle resources.
* Financial wellbeing tools – mortgage calculators, budgeting tools and financial aid.
* Access to a personalised online learning platform (LMS).
* Formal and informal training opportunities tailored to your role.
* Performance development plans and regular career conversations.
* Company mentoring scheme.
* Recognition through Club Compleat rewards.
* 2 paid volunteering days per year.
* Charity initiatives and fundraising events.
* Team socials to connect and celebrate together.
* Employee networks and support groups, including Women @ Compleat.
* New baby gift for new parents.
We are committed to fairness, equity, inclusivity, and respect. As an equal‑opportunity employer, we provide all the support you need to succeed.
Contact us with any questions about diversity & inclusion or accessibility during the application process.
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