Job Purpose:
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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. xsngvjr
* 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