Senior NPD Technologist

The Rewards and Benefits on Offer:

• 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
• Generous Holiday Entitlement

MTrec's new opportunity:

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 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.
• Always ensure full traceability and food contact compliance is adhered to.

About you:

• 3+ years' experience in a development role
• Level 4 HACCP and Level 4 Food Safety within Manufacturing qualifications
• Strong attention to detail
• 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.
• Provide technical support to enable the business to meet food safety, legality, and specific customer requirements.