Job Description

Process Technologist

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Process Technologist to join our NPD team here at Yorkshire Baker.

Reporting into the Process Manager, you will be responsible for the scale up of concept products post customer sign off through to launch. Owning the Factory NPD process of your assigned products to deliver specific requirements for an effective product launch.

Main duties include (but not limited to):

Planning all elements of the process to operational launch which include provision of trial raw materials, new tooling, packaging and factory engagement

To plan, design and lead trials in order to ensure new products developed by the kitchen can be manufactured safely, at the correct cost and to a consistent std in the factory

To formally handover the draft Quality Contract to the relevant member of the site Technical team.

To produce a detailed Product file ahead of the finalised seal meeting containing all relevant information to reassure the customer that a safe and consistent product can be made and enable the Finished Product Specification to be drawn up

To complete post trial eating meetings to ensure an agreed kitchen match and to discuss potential concerns/challenges

To organise samples and submit to the lab for micro and chemical testing of each new product to provide data for the production of the Finished Product Specification

To prepare trial reports and provide feedback in sufficient detail to aid understanding of manufacturing constraints, process capability and best practice methodology

To establish manufacturers freeze/uptemper validations of all new products ensuring they meet the required standards

To establish baking/cooking methodology of all new components and products sold as ready to heat ensuring they meet the expected Food Safety and Quality Standards

Candidate requirements:

Motivated, self-starter with the ability to work on own initiative

Previous experience within FMCG is essential

Process Technologist experience is essential

Effective and keen problem solver

Ability to communicate effectively at all levels

An understanding of fast consumer goods

Methodical approach, with a keen eye for detail

Analytical mindset

A full job description is available upon request.

Salary to be discussed at interview stage.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Canteen Casual dress Company pension Cycle to work scheme Discounted or free food Free parking On-site parking Referral programme
Work Location: In person