If you love turning food trends into commercially successful products and want real ownership from concept through to launch, this is the kind of opportunity that gives you genuine influence. This NPD Technologist role offers the chance to shape new products, work closely with multiple departments, and bring innovative ideas to life in a fast-moving food manufacturing environment.
What’s in it for you
End-to-end involvement in product development from concept through to launch
Opportunity to work on trend-led food innovation and recipe development
Exposure to cross-functional teams including technical, procurement and production
Hands-on involvement with factory trials, benchmarking and sensory testing
A varied role combining kitchen development and commercial product delivery
Opportunity to influence new product ranges within a growing manufacturing environment
Your responsibilities as NPD Technologist
Develop and refine recipes, flavour profiles and kitchen prototypes aligned to customer briefs
Research food trends, ingredients, packaging innovations and competitor launches
Coordinate factory trials and support successful product launches into manufacture
Create specifications, cooking instructions, nutritional information and quality standards
Source raw materials alongside purchasing and technical teams while ensuring compliance standards are met
Conduct benchmarking, sensory evaluations and product validation throughout shelf-life testing
What we’re looking for in an NPD Technologist
Previous product development experience within food manufacturing
Strong understanding of recipe development, ingredients and food trends
Knowledge of labelling regulations, specifications and allergen management
Good IT skills including Word and Excel
Degree qualification in Food Science, Nutrition or a Science-related subject is desirable
If you’re looking for a hands-on NPD Technologist opportunity where you can genuinely influence product innovation and see your ideas reach customers, apply now