NPD Technologist

Advertised by MorePeople

Location
Burton-On-Trent, Staffordshire
Job type
Permanent
Sector
Other
Remote working
Yes
Posted
8 October 2026
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Job description

We're recruiting an NPD Technologist to join the product development team of a leading food manufacturer.

This is a hands-on role managing new and modified chilled / short shelf-life products from concept through to factory launch, working closely with NPD, Technical, Commercial, Marketing and Production teams.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage NPD and EPD projects against agreed timelines
  • Develop chilled and short shelf-life food products
  • Coordinate and attend factory trials, product sampling and shelf-life testing
  • Support industrial validations, costings and product documentation
  • Manage project critical paths and communicate progress to stakeholders
  • Research food trends and identify new product opportunities
  • Coordinate pre-launch, launch and post-launch activities
  • Support successful product handover into manufacturing

You'll ideally have:

  • Practical experience of factory trials, sampling and shelf-life analysis
  • Strong project and time management skills
  • Excellent communication and organisational skills
  • The ability to manage multiple projects and work independently
  • A proactive, hands-on approach to product development
  • Degree or equivalent in Food Science, Food Technology or a related discipline would be advantageous

A great opportunity to develop your NPD career within an established food manufacturer, gaining exposure to the full product development lifecycle and working on a varied portfolio of products.

If you're an NPD Technologist, Food Technologist or Product Development Technologist looking for your next opportunity, apply today for a confidential discussion.

Contact Adam on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)

Reference 225701718

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