New Product Development Technologist

Exciting Opportunity for a Process & Development Technologist – Food & BeverageAre you passionate about food technology and ready to kickstart your career in a fast-paced, innovative environment? Join our team as a Process & Development Technologist and play a key role in ensuring our factory processes meet the highest standards while continually exceeding customer expectations!Location : Headcorn, KentHours : 40 hours per week, Monday to FridayStarting Salary : £28,000What You’ll Do :

• Collaborate closely with the NPD and Technical teams to stay on top of customer briefs and ensure smooth product development.
• Assist with product design assessments and process feasibility evaluations.
• Lead daily trial activities, testing new raw materials, and preparing process control documentation in advance.
• Post-trial, you'll manage product information like re-heat instructions, sensory assessments, freeze suitability, and quality standards to ensure a seamless product launch.
• Be part of the action! Attend product photography sessions and prep for exciting new product launches.
• Get hands-on with recipe and equipment setup to ensure every new product is ready for production.
• Visit supplier sites to build relationships and ensure that raw materials meet the required standards.
• Liaise directly with customers, ensur...