Job Purpose: Supporting the NPD team, On a Roll Sandwich Company are looking for a full time Product Development Technologist Apprentice to assist with new and existing development projects. This role would be suitable for a candidate with a passion for food looking to beginning their career in the food industry. Key Responsibilities: To assist the Product Development Manager on all new and existing product development projects. To assist in recipe development using recipe sheets and sample materials to develop and send finished samples to our customers. Learn how to carry out taste panel testing trials for existing and new products developed as part of the development process. To support with liaising with suppliers in sourcing of new raw materials, costings and ensuring our administration is up to date with correct ingredient specifications. Develop knowledge in providing samples requested by customers Communicating effectively with various departments to achieve project objectives. Following all BRC, HACCP requirements during NPD work activities. Organising & implementing factory trials and supporting NPD Manager in other tasks to achieve on-time & efficient launches. Communicating the outcomes & next steps following factory trials (e.g. new products, raw materials, packaging or processes) to the relevant teams. Supporting with completion of all documentation associated with NPD process (e.g. trial documents, sensory evaluation, shelf life review, recipe mix sheets etc.). Key Skills: Demonstrate a natural creative flair and passion for food creation and development A real foodie and loves trying new ingredients Excellent interpersonal, communication and attention to detail Experience of working in a kitchen is desirable