Packaging Technologist

Location: North WestOverview: We are seeking a Senior NPD Technologist/NPD Manager for this FMCG manufacturing business, who has outstanding processes and procedures in place and a customer service level to be extremely proud of. That said, they can do better, and this is where this role comes in. The Senior Team on site are in touch with everything that happens in the factory and are well thought of by the shop floor staff. Requirements:• As NPD Manager, you will possess a Degree in Food Science or a related discipline• Previous experience in an NPD or product development role.• Able to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. The Opportunity • Oversee and manage NPD projects from concept to launch• Coordinate communication between internal teams, suppliers, and customers• From early concepts, kitchen trials, factory trials, launch, post-launch tweaks• Turning a bench-top recipe into something that works in a factory without killing taste, cost, or shelf life• Making sure products hit margin targets and can be produced reliably• Monitor market and consumer trends to inform new product ideas.• The NPD Manager will manage innovation pipelines and timelines So, what can they offer you? This is a lovely company to work for. They have a number of staff who have been here 10+ years and are as enthusiastic about the company today as they were when they startedAs a business they can boast a low staff turnover as it really is a nice place to work. They’re looking to pay c£45,000 to £50,000 depending on experience, plus a host of benefits. How to applyIf you're interested in this opportunity, please submit your CV via the link provided quoting reference CH/TNT/2453We’re looking to speak to Senior NPD Technologists, NPD Managers, New Product Development Technologists, Senior New Product Development Technologists etc within Greater Lancaster, Preston, Clitheroe, Burnley, Blackburn and the North West. 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 food manufacturing Operations Jobs, food manufacturing Engineering jobs, food manufacturing Technical jobs, food manufacturing NPD jobs, food manufacturing Supply Chain jobs and food manufacturing Commercial jobs. We may hold your data, as per our privacy policy detailed on our website. We are only able to consider candidates who have the legal right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications we receive, we can only contact successful applicants.

Location: UKOverview: Our client is seeking a creative Interim Development Chef to develop their products that meet the evolving needs of consumers in their category. The Candidate:• Experience as a development chef within a food manufacturing environment• Expertise in recipe development and culinary innovation, preferably in a fast paced food manufacturing business• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment• Proficient in cost management and production efficiency strategies• Strong communication and collaboration skills The Role:• Recipe development and innovation, creating and developing insight led new ready meal concepts, working as part of the development chef team, innovate with new ingredients, cooking techniques, and packaging solutions to differentiate products in the marketplace• Continuously refine products based on feedback from consumer panels, customer • Develop recipes that meet target cost parameters while maintaining high quality and taste standards• Work with procurement teams to source cost-effective ingredients without compromising on quality• Provide training and support to production staff on the implementation of new recipes and techniques• As the Development Chef, support a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the NPD team The Offering:Day Rate, dependant on experience, plus expenses. We are seeking applications from Development Chefs, Innovation Chefs, Product Development Chefs, Menu Development Chefs, R&D Chefs, Research and Development Chefs, Food Innovation Chefs. 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 food manufacturing Operations Jobs, food manufacturing Engineering jobs, food manufacturing Technical jobs, food manufacturing NPD jobs, food manufacturing Supply Chain jobs and food manufacturing Commercial jobs. We may hold your data, as per our privacy policy detailed on our website. We are only able to consider candidates who have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications we receive, we can only contact successful applicants.