Innovation Technologist
14 hours ago
Nuneaton
Company description: At Reading Scientific Services Ltd (RSSL), we lead the way in scientific analysis, research, consultancy, and training. We provide services to the food, pharmaceutical, and consumer goods industries, as well as our parent company, Mondelez International. We are not just dedicated to delivering world-class scientific solutions and outstanding customer service, we are recognised for it. We were named Best Performing Professional Services Company of the Year (2025) at the One Nucleus Awards and CRO of the Year at the OBN awards. We were also finalists for multiple recent multiple awards recognising our commitment to skills and rising talent. If you are passionate about driving innovation and making a real impact, RSSL is the place for you! Purpose: In RSSL we are customer focused, science led and results driven. The RSSL Product and Ingredient Innovation department (PII) carries out product development, ingredient evaluation and taste optimisation for a variety of food, pharmaceutical and health care companies and supports Mondelez research and innovation. The role of Innovation Technologist is to be responsible for carrying out practical work to support project managers to help solve problems associated with the formulation of new food products, application of ingredients and development of novel food processing techniques. Training support for junior members of the team and administrative support will be expected. Client contact and administrative support for laboratory management will also be required. Job description: Primary Accountabilities / Responsibilities: Technical Manage allocated work tracks within internal projects or small external projects. To include planning practical work, hosting review meetings, providing project updates/client communication. Maintain accurate records of practical work, report findings, make recommendations and contribute to decision making Organise and execute pilot plant and scale up trials and host clients/stakeholders when required Contribute to/prepare high quality final reports and presentations for internal stakeholders and external clients as appropriate Become proficient in a wide range of food and beverage formulations Travel to other sites to assist with sample production and demonstrate technical expertise Communication & Influence Create/maintain credible relationships with new/existing clients Participate in internal stakeholder and external client meetings as required Deliver presentations as required to team members, stakeholders/clients and as requested at forums etc. Leadership and Supervision Plan own work effectively Supervise and train junior members of the team on formulations and equipment QEHS Work to the highest standards of safety and quality by ensuring that appropriate risk assessments, SOPs and COSHHs are understood and followed. Become the EHS rep for the team and attend the EHS rep monthly meetings and feedback to the PII team, be responsible for reporting incidents on Enablon, carry out weekly safety inspections and provide local safety inductions where required Write SOPs for new equipment and the generate Risk Assessments and COSHH Complete assigned quality actions in a timely manner Maintain a clean, tidy and safe working environment in accordance with Health and Safety policies and procedures Ensure training records are accurate. Required profile: Knowledge, Skills, Experience and Language Requirements: Bachelor or Master Degree in Food Science & Nutrition, Food Technology or Engineering Experience of product development and formulation together with an understanding of food manufacture and related disciplines Accountable, honest, hardworking and able to work efficiently in a team Flexible and adaptable to meet customer/business requirements. Meticulous attention to detail and an ability Good written and verbal communication skills. Self motivated, enthusiastic and quick to learn. Able to organise own work to maximise output Well organized and capable of working on multiple activities concurrently. Computer literate in standard MS office applications Practical experience in a development kitchen Knowledge of food ingredients English fluency (written and spoken) What we offer: In return for your commitment, drive and enthusiasm, we offer an attractive benefits package within a highly successful international business that offers financial rewards and resources, including: Opportunities to learn and develop Performance Related Bonus scheme Contributory pension (between 8% to 11% employer contribution) Life assurance 27 days holiday allowance (possibility to buy 5 extra days) + bank holidays Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) A flexible benefits programme (Gym discounts, private health insurance, restaurant discounts, etc). TPBN1_UKTJ