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.