Senior NPD Technologist
7 days ago
York
The Rewards and Benefits on Offer: Do you have the right skills and experience for this role Read on to find out, and make your application. • A full time and permanent opportunity, • A role within a technologically driven and forward-thinking manufacturing facility., • Immediate Starts available, • Progression and Development opportunities, • A competitive basic salary, • Company pension, • Free onsite parking MTrec Technical are representing our well established and forward-thinking manufacturing client in their search for a talented and motivated Senior NPD professional. If you meet the job specification below, apply now for an immediate response! The Job you will do: • The Senior NPD Technologist will manage the day to day running of the NPD department., • Guiding all new product developments from concept through to launch and ensuring they are safe, legal, and to the customers requirements/expectations., • It will also be a part of developing the manufacturing processes and building effective relationships with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and customers., • Manage and develop the R&D Technologist and Specification Technologist., • Manage and maintain production documentation for all products, including controlling the pallet and case label process., • Review and approve new product artworks as required., • Set up and adapt new recipes to fit factory requirements ready for launch., • Deputise for the Head of NPD when required., • Work with the Head of NPD to develop new recipes both inhouse and with flavour houses to fit customer briefs, including presenting completed developments to customers., • Write finished product specifications as required., • Liaise with all internal departments during the product development process., • Coordinate and manage product trials and first productions., • Gather and review production data for continuous improvement., • Attend customer and supplier meetings as required and assist with any queries and/or projects., • Assist with the supplier and raw material approval process where necessary., • Always work in compliance to the BRC standard., • Keep up to date with relevant legislation., • Be an active member of the HACCP team., • Flexibility to travel as and when required., • Always promote a culture of cooperation with regards to health and safety and lead by good example., • Use safety PPE where necessary, report missing or damaged items., • Follow procedures and risk assessments, action non-compliance immediately and follow up on any corrective action., • Follow COSHH (control of substances hazardous to health) regulations on the correct usage of all chemicals., • Complete risk assessments for visitors and contractors, as and when required., • Follow and lead by example to ensure all site hygiene rules are maintained., • 3+ years experience in a development role, • Level 4 HACCP and Level 4 Food Safety within Manufacturing qualifications, • Strong attention to detail, • Experience of working with retailers and/or brands., • Be able to prioritize where applicable and work to deadlines., • A good knowledge of the manufacturing process., • Knowledge of food safety regulations including HACCP and BRC requirements, • Ability to use specification systems and software for managing technical documents., • Excellent communication skills to liaise effectively with customers, suppliers, and internal departments. xrnqpay, • Provide technical support to enable the business to meet food safety, legality, and specific customer requirements.