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Process Development Technologist
Permanent
  • London
  • c£39,000

Location: West London Overview. Renowned for their commitment to excellence, our client is seeking a dynamic Process Technologist who is looking to grow their career.   Are you a driven professional with a passion for turning innovative ideas into successful product launches? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment?   Key Responsibilities: ·       As the Process Technologist, you will support the NPD Manager on trials, capture key metrics and ensure seamless integration into the factory. ·       Take ownership of bringing new products through to a successful launch. ·       Develop and manage internal documentation and templates for all processes. ·       Drive initiatives to enhance product quality, meeting and exceeding industry standards. ·       Develop and strengthen relationships with cross-functional teams. ·       Opportunity to be customer facing with the top 6 retailers. ·       Presenting to overheads and stakeholders. Qualifications and Experience: ·       Proven track record in a process technologist position within food manufacturing including practical, hands-on factory trials experience. ·       Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills. ·       Ideally you will have a low-risk food background. ·       Ability to work alone, or as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. ·       Able to demonstrate where you have previously made cost savings, yield improvements and efficiency enhancements. ·       Preferably hold a degree in a science-based subject. Benefits: ·       Chance to work with a forward-thinking and innovative company. ·       Engaging and supportive work environment. ·       Strong core values across the business. ·       Continuous professional development and growth opportunities. We are seeking applications from talented Process Technologists, Senior Process Technologists, Process Development Assistant, NPD Techs who live within West London or Middlesex.    How to Apply: If you have the desired qualifications and experience, please send your CV quoting re HM/TNT/1039. and email your CV to hannah@truenorthtalent.co.uk or phone 0161 399 1596 for a confidential discussion. True North Talent is recognised as a trusted supplier of permanent, contract and interim recruitment services to the food manufacturing and FMCG industries. Our teams of specialist recruiters operate across Operations/Engineering/Technical/NPD/Supply Chain and Commercial. We may hold your data, as per our privacy policy detailed on our website. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications we receive, we can only contact successful applicants.

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NPD Account Manager
Permanent
  • Lancashire
  • £50,000 - £60,000 + Car/allowance

Location: Lancashire Overview: This is a brand-new position within the business and has been created to strengthen NPD. It will suit someone who is creative but commercial too. Looking strategically at the products they have and working with the retailer in terms of gaps in their range. This would suit a person who has worked with the major retailers and who wants to expand those relationships.  Using your creative skills and looking strategically at what else could go with their current products. The Opportunity:  You will work closely with the Senior team in expanding their range of products within all the major retailers and discounters. The role is working on branded and own label products of which both will have a different route to market. Building on the already strong relationships they have with their customers to win their trust and build on the range they already have of theirs in stores. Ideally, you’ll have a relevant degree in food science or nutrition. Alongside this, you should understand the concept to launch process and what this entails each step of the way, along with some commercial experience. What can they offer you? The business is going through a massive amount of positive change, they’re expanding and growing in all departments. There is no red tape here so you can make decisions and use your creative flare. What this means for you, is that there is a lot of scope for you to grow the remit of your role. The base salary is £50,000k - £60,000 depending on experience, this comes with a company car/allowance. How to apply: We’re open to hearing from Senior New Product Development Technologist, Product Development Manager, NPD Manager, NPD Account Managers from areas such as Preston, Blackburn, Bolton, Manchester etc. You can submit your CV via the link provided quoting reference CH/TNT/1182 True North Talent is recognised as a trusted supplier of permanent, contract and interim recruitment services to the food manufacturing and FMCG industries. Our teams of specialist recruiters operate across Operations/Engineering/Technical/NPD/Supply Chain and Commercial. We may hold your data, as per our privacy policy detailed on our website.

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Factory Manager
Permanent
  • Shepton Mallet
  • c£55,000

Location: Shepton Mallet Overview: This is a brand-new role with a business who has huge growth plans. A chance to lead a fast-paced site with significant investment behind them.   The Opportunity: Working closely with the MD, you will be responsible for the day-to-day running of this fast-paced site. Having successfully grown this business from the ground up, the MD needs to free up some time to manage the increasing commercial growth of the business, so this is a newly created role, with endless progression on offer. If you have extensive experience in a senior operations role in the food manufacturing industry and the drive to take an already successful site to the next level – keep reading.   What’s on offer? Autonomy. For the right person, this is a chance to make real change. Identifying opportunities to streamline processes, implement lean strategies and increase efficiencies across site. Growth. With plans to triple turnover in the next 5 years, the opportunities are endless. Job Satisfaction. This business hold sustainability and longevity at their core.   How to apply We are seeking applications from talented Operations Managers, Site Managers, Factory Managers etc who live within Bristol, Yeovil, Frome, Wells, Glastonbury, Bath etc.   If you're interested in this opportunity, please submit your CV via the link provided quoting reference AHC/TNT/1124True North Talent is recognised as a trusted supplier of permanent, contract and interim recruitment services to the food manufacturing and FMCG industries. Our teams of specialist recruiters operate across Operations/Engineering/Technical/NPD/Supply Chain and Commercial. We may hold your data, as per our privacy policy detailed on our website.

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Amazing company, the professionalism, kindness and support from Carole was outstanding, she made everything happen so smoothly; the best experience ever!

Senior Process Technologist