R&D Sensory Technologist

R&D & Sensory Technologist

Location: Northamptonshire
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Are you an experienced Food Technologist or R&D Technologist looking for a role where you can take real ownership of product development projects?

We're working with an established food manufacturing business looking to add an R&D & Sensory Technologist to its development team.

This is a varied, hands-on position combining product development, formulation, technical projects and sensory, with the opportunity to work on projects from initial concept right through to launch.

The Role

You'll be involved in:

* Managing product development projects from concept through to launch

* Developing and improving products and ingredient solutions

* Working with a range of raw materials and functional ingredients

* Planning and carrying out product trials

* Conducting analytical and product testing

* Supporting and developing sensory evaluation activities

* Analysing results and communicating findings to the wider business

* Working closely with technical, commercial and purchasing teams

* Maintaining accurate development and project documentation

* Supporting customer-led development projects and presentations

* Managing multiple projects and priorities

What We're Looking For

Ideally, you'll have:

* A degree or equivalent qualification in Food Science, Food Technology or a related subject

* Experience within R&D, NPD or food product development

* A good understanding of food ingredients and formulation

* Knowledge or experience of sensory analysis

* Experience supporting or managing development projects

* Strong communication and organisational skills

* A proactive approach with the confidence to take ownership of your work

Experience within an ingredients or food manufacturing environment would be particularly beneficial, although we're open to candidates from a broader food development background.

This could suit someone currently working as an R&D Technologist, NPD Technologist, Development Technologist, Food Technologist, Product Development Technologist or Sensory Technologist.

If you're interested in hearing more, apply today or get in touch for a confidential conversation