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