Full job descriptionThis role requires a highly organised and proactive Innovations Technologist to assist in the end-to-end product development and commercialisation process for products manufactured at our sites.
Main Responsibilities:
*Work with Senior Innovations Technologist and/or NPD Manager on Customer Briefs to assisting in the preparation and dispatch of samples
*Prepare samples in a hygienic and accurate manner
*Prepare paperwork to accompany samples (Labels, Submission Sheets, Sample Advice Notes)
*Enter recipes on FDL system
*Work with NPD Manager/ Head of Lab to assess the suitability to assess new raw materials
*Following the Lab Health and Safety procedures, use equipment in an appropriate manner
*Understand relevant factory processes and attend factory trials and product launches.
*Assist with shelf-life trials to set microbiological and organoleptic standards
*Support with visits from customers
*Support the Innovation Team in projects as required
Skills & Abilities:
*Positive attitude and willingness to learn
*Excellent communication skills
*Ability to handle multiple projects and work under pressure.
*Accuracy.
*Flexibility to travel to other sites, sometimes at short notice.
Education & Experience:
*Educated to degree level in Food Science or Technology or similar
*Industry experience (including as part of a degree)
*Knowledge of Food hygiene and HACCP