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Zest
Posted 4 days ago, valid for 7 days
Somerton, Somerset TA11 6SB, England
£38,000 - £40,000 per year
Full Time
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- An exciting opportunity for a Process Technologist has opened in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment in the South West.
- The role involves managing product development from concept to launch while ensuring compliance with customer and legislative requirements.
- Candidates must have a BSc in Food Science/Technology and at least 2 years of NPD/process experience within FMCG.
- Strong knowledge of UK labelling legislation and excellent organisational skills are essential for this position.
- A competitive salary and benefits package is offered for this full-time role, which requires some flexibility for trials and launches.
Key responsibilities include:
Managing product development from concept to launch, ensuring customer and legislative requirements are met.
Building and maintaining strong relationships with manufacturers and supporting product trials across the UK and Ireland.
Coordinating samples, labelling, documentation, and shelf-life evaluations.
Assisting with customer visits, including preparing product displays and providing on-site support.
Identifying innovative ideas and ingredient opportunities to support continuous improvement.
Monitoring food trends and competitor activity to share insights with the wider team.
Candidate requirements:
BSc in Food Science/Technology (or similar).
2+ years' NPD/process experience within FMCG.
Strong knowledge of UK labelling legislation.
Enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, both independently and as part of a team, with a hands-on approach.
Excellent organisational and communication skills.
A valid driving licence.
This is a full-time position, Monday to Friday, with some flexibility required for trials and launches. A competitive salary and benefits package are offered.
Please note sponsorship applications are not being accepted at this time.
For further information or for a confidential conversation, please contact Danielle Bailey on (phone number removed) or via (url removed)
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