Consulting Technology
Supporting food manufacturers and retailers with product innovation including: rheology, new product development, value optimisation, instructional development, pilot plant, quality and food safety manufacturing, thermal processing, new technologies, and regulatory affairs.
Product & Ingredient Development Team
Kickstart Your Career in food & drink innovation
At Campden BRI, we're passionate about pushing boundaries in food innovation, safety and manufacturing process. From developing exciting new products to enhancing quality standards, our teams are shaping the future of food. Join us and be part of a company where science meets creativity and learning never stops.
The Opportunity
This apprenticeship combines hands-on experience with academic learning, leading to a BSc (Hons) in Food Science & technology. You'll work within the Product & Ingredient Development Team, while attending university part-time to build a solid scientific foundation.
Position
* Supporting product testing for NPD and EPD, shelf-life studies, and wider projects
* Assisting with technical data analysis and documentation
* Gaining mentorship from industry professionals while studying for your degree
* Exploring ingredient functionality and nutritional properties
* Providing practical input to the execution of client work, a variety of contract and research projects
* Training other pilot plant users in the correct use of equipment
* Participation in department/business wide projects
* Assisting in health & safety, hygiene, good manufacturing activities
* Developing knowledge of a pilot plant equipment to include maintenance and records
Requirements
* Genuine interest in food science
* Strong communication and teamwork skills
* Motivation to learn and grow within the food industry
* Predicted A-levels (or equivalent) including at least one science subject or food technology (96 UKAS points)
* GCSE Maths & English- Level 4 or C and above
* Enthusiasm to learn
Benefits
* Reward platform with employee discounts and rewards
* 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
* Buy and sell holiday scheme
* A generous work save pension scheme, with employee contributions matched by the company up to 10%
* Culture focus around work/life balance (early finish Fridays)
* Subsidised onsite restaurant
Additional Information
Our location is in a beautiful rural setting, but public transport options are limited — so you'll need to have access to your own vehicle or alternative travel arrangements.