Job Description

Maldon Salt is a fourth-generation family-owned business. Our pyramid salt flakes have been skilfully made using the same traditional artisan methods in the coastal town of Maldon since 1882. Today, we're not just custodians of an ancient culinary tradition but also creators of a highly successful and respected global brand. Maldon Salt is recognised the world over as the finest of sea salts and we are proud to have held the Royal Warrant for official purveyors of sea salt since 2012.

As a business, we take our corporate social responsibility to our customers, partners, and ourselves extremely seriously. We are always seeking ways to lessen our footprint and are currently working on a five-year plan to both increase the sustainability of all the packaging we use and make sure all our packaging is easily recyclable. In addition, with every Maldon salt box produced we will be supporting the World Land Trust and the fantastic work they do to protect threatened habitats and wildlife.

It's all part of our commitment to global environmental sustainability.

About the role:

Working as part of the Product team, The Food Innovation Technologist, will be responsible for overseeing a wide variety of Product and Technical related projects. This is a varied role that encompasses aspects of Technical and NPD, while sitting in the commercial team.

Key Responsibilities:

Product Specifications Management: Develop, document, and maintain comprehensive product specifications and technical documents for new and existing products. Product project Management: Manage the NPD/EPD lifecycle from concept to launch, including developing innovative recipes, running factory trials, and ensuring product feasibility. Supplier Collaboration: Work closely with procurement to source and validate raw materials that meet technical specifications. Regulatory Oversight: Ensure all products and packaging meet local and international regulatory requirements, including labelling, packaging, and claims. Retailer/ regulatory compliance documentation. Technical enquiries: Provide prompt and professional responses to technical inquiries from customers and consumers, offering clear and accurate solutions to their concerns. Engage in thorough communication to ensure full understanding of their needs and resolve any technical issues efficiently. Organise in quality panels and benchmarking sessions to maintain brand standards. Representing the Commercial team for BRC and other audits.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience Required:

The successful candidate shall have at least 3 years NPD/Product experience in a food FMCG. Strong innovation and project management skills. Confident with food labelling legislation. Retail and international experience would be advantageous.

Key Behaviours/Attributes:

Organised and able to bring a cross functional team on the journey. Confidence and credibility to lead technical decisions.

Qualifications:

A degree in food science, nutrition or related field. A HACCP qualification and experience with BRC or other audits. Food labelling legislation training Driving license

Hours and Location

37.5 hours per week, 7.5 hours per day, 9am - 5pm, Monday to Friday Based at our Head Office in Wycke Hill Business Park, Maldon, Essex, CM9 6UZ (shortly relocating to Oval Park CM9 6QD)

Salary & Reward Package

Competitive, aligned with market rates 25 days annual leave + bank holidays 1 week company sick pay after successful probationary period, increasing to 3-weeks Company Sick Pay (after 12 months service) Income protection (after 3 months service), payable at 75% of basic salary, for up to 5 years (subject to approved claim by insurance provider) Life Assurance (4 x basic annual salary, after 6 months service) Private Medical Insurance (after 6 months service), with option to self-fund partner/child/children Enhanced Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme (4% matched contributions) Opportunities for professional growth Employee Assistance Program Employee discounts to high street retailers Cycle to Work Scheme Company Events Christmas Shutdown Free tea and coffee
If you require any further information, please contact HR Department on 01621 502321 or email: HR@maldonsalt.co.uk.

To apply, email your CV to: HR@maldonsalt.co.uk

NO RECRUITMENT AGENCIES PLEASE

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Company events Company pension Cycle to work scheme Employee discount Free parking Life insurance On-site parking Private medical insurance Store discount
Application question(s):

The role initially will be based in Maldon, but we will be relocating to Langford, which is not serviced by public transport, therefore please confirm you are able to drive to and from work each day independently. Please confirm that you have degree in Food Science, nutrition or a related field, confirming details of this qualification Do you have a HACCP qualification? Please share details of your experience with BRC or other audits
Experience:

Food Labelling Legislation: 2 years (required) NPD : 3 years (required)
Licence/Certification:

Full UK Driving Licence and access to a car every day (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person