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NPD Technologist

  • Location:

    Kent

  • Sector:

    Food Manufacturing, Fresh Produce

  • Salary:

    £30000 - £33500 per annum

  • Contact:

    Luan Harrison

  • Job ref:

    LH 19945

  • Published:

    6 days ago

Monday-Friday, 8:00 am-5:00 pm | Hybrid working available

Do you thrive on bringing new food products to life?
Ready to turn cutting-edge ideas into supermarket-ready products?

Our Client is a leader in the innovative ready-to-eat category and is seeking a driven and detail-oriented NPD Technologist to join their passionate team.

What You'll Do

As the crucial link between development kitchen and production floor, you'll lead the transition from concept to launch, ensuring products meet top-tier quality, shelf-life and commercial targets. Your work will directly support the delivery of customer-ready, innovative solutions in fresh food.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead product factory trials and ensure smooth industrialisation
Conduct R&D projects and raw material assessments
Collaborate across Packaging, Technical, Production, and more
Support equipment trials and recipe optimisation
Liaise with high-profile customers and attend NPD meetings
Drive continuous improvement in production processes

What We're Looking For

Experience taking products from trial to factory launch
Strong knowledge of food safety, shelf-life & quality standards
Degree/HND in Food Tech/Science (desirable)
HACCP Level 2 (essential) & Level 3 Food Safety (desirable)
Confident communicator with FMCG technical background

What they Offer

Medicash - claim back on dental, optical & wellbeing treatments
Wagestream - access earned pay instantly
L&D support and management development
Staff events & bonus scheme
Free on-site parking (EV points available!)
Subsidised canteen & free fruit Wednesdays
Modern offices, supportive team, real progression

Ready to shape the future of fresh food?

Apply today and take your next step in your career, for a confidential chat please call Luan@morepeople.co.uk

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