NPD Technologist Food Manufacturing Bristol £28-36K DOE My client, an award winning and successful company is looking to recruit a NPD Technologist / New Product technologist / Product Development technologist for their modern food innovation centre based in Bristol. My Client is a family business with more than 30 years of award-winning experience in creating, rolling out and managing bespoke customer food-on-the-move solutions to Blue chip and smaller food companies The role of the NPD Technologist will involve delivering new products & customer launches to market through: ·Driving development of quality and safe products from blue sky to launch taking into consideration specific product parameters and customer requirements ·Ensuring ingredient/product information is accurate, up-to-date and consistent in the NPD system ·Understanding project critical paths and implications of deviations ·Building relationships with the manufacturers, understanding capabilities and spending time on-site with their development teams to create exciting products efficiently, following the products through to the launch and beyond. ·Co-ordinating sample requests, overseeing product processes, and conducting organoleptic and shelf-life evaluations across product ranges and applications including sign off with Food Safety Team. ·Generate product labeling in compliance with relevant legislation- proofreading from design to printing ·Liaising and communicating with internal and external stakeholders throughout the launch process ·Support continuous improvement by identifying innovative ideas and ingredient opportunities that maximise cost savings and enhance business efficiency. ·Generate internal project documentation during the development process such as product information sheets, product labeling sheets, trial forms, post launch reviews ·Generate external project documentation with relevant stakeholders throughout the development process, using different media types, to include shelf edge labels, allergen matrixes, manuals and QAS documents ·Attending factory trials and product launches at various locations across the UK and Ireland, minimising food waste from trials and data capturing while in attendance. ·Assist in sending samples for customer request, photography or external events ·Being active in hosting customer visits, setting up product displays and other supporting actions ·Investigating new food trends and competitor activity from local to global levels and feeding back to the central team to share knowledge. ·Taking positive steps to engage in discussions, opportunities and actions to minimise environmental impacts internally and externally to the benefit of all New Product Development Experience / Qualifications ·NPD , New Product Development experience in a Food / Drink manufacturing environment ·Computer literate, particularly EXCEL. ·Excellent organisational skills and natural can-do attitude. ·Relishes working in a fast-paced environment in a hands-on capacity independently and as a part of a team. ·Can quickly grasp and adapt to new software with ease. ·Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. ·If required to drive to suppliers/clients or between offices, a valid UK driving licence is essential. ·A strong interest in food outside of work and awareness of market trends. Key Words - Innovation, NPD Technologist, NPD Development, Graduate NPD This role is commutable from Taunton, Bridgwater, Bristol, Weston Super Mare, Gloucester, Cardiff, Wales, Newport, Chippenham, Bath, Bristol
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Manucomm Recruitment
Posted 6 hours ago, valid for 23 days
Bristol, City of Bristol BS6 5EX
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- The NPD Technologist position is available at an award-winning food manufacturing company in Bristol, offering a salary between £28,000 and £36,000 depending on experience.
- The role requires experience in New Product Development within a food or drink manufacturing environment, ideally with a strong understanding of product parameters and customer requirements.
- Key responsibilities include driving product development from concept to launch, ensuring accurate ingredient information, and liaising with internal and external stakeholders throughout the process.
- Candidates should possess excellent organizational and communication skills, be computer literate, and have a valid UK driving license if travel is necessary.
- This position is suited for individuals with a passion for food and an awareness of market trends, and is commutable from various locations including Taunton, Bridgwater, and Cardiff.
