New Product Development Specialist
5 days ago
Scunthorpe
NPD Chef / Technician - Scunthorpe Salary is up to £33,000 with a competitive package. Are you an NPD Chef/Technician who is working in a Food Manufacturer that’s open to a new challenge that includes, creating, enhancing & further expanding an extensive product range? This position would include some travel to showcase new value-added products to all major retailers & food service clients. You will play a key role in bringing new concepts to life, from kitchen development through to factory trails and product launch, working closely across all departments. Key Responsibilities · Collaborate cross-functionally with technical and production teams to support product development · Prepare and maintain accurate documentation for product approval processes · Assist with factory trials and scale-up of new products · Plan, prepare, and coordinate samples, including ingredient sourcing and courier arrangements · Conduct organoleptic testing throughout product shelf life, recording findings and recommending improvements · Manage and follow critical path timelines, proactively identifying and mitigating risks · Ensure accurate labelling, packing, and dispatch of product samples · Source ingredients and competitor benchmark samples when required · Maintain a strong commercial awareness throughout development projects · Based in Scunthorpe but willingness to travel, full driving license and own transport is essential Experience · Previous experience within food manufacturing (essential) · Strong understanding of chilled and/or frozen food categories · Experience with product costing and commercial awareness · Familiarity with retail and foodservice customer requirements, including major ‘Big 4’ UK retailers · Degree (or equivalent) in Food Science, Nutrition, or a related discipline (preferred) · Highly organised with strong analytical and numerical skills · Excellent communication and teamwork abilities · Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle If this role is something you’d be interested in learning about then please contact me to go into more detail.