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Senior Development Technologist
Recruit4staff
England
Hybrid
GBP 50,000
Full time
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Job summary
An established industry player is seeking a Senior Development Technologist to join their innovative team. This role involves managing multiple complex projects focused on cost optimization and new technologies in food manufacturing. The successful candidate will have a strong background in food science, with essential skills in project management and team leadership. The position offers a hybrid working model, competitive salary, and an annual bonus, making it an exciting opportunity for those passionate about advancing in the food industry. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and professional growth.
Benefits
Qualifications
- Essential BSc/MSc in Food Science with prior experience in food manufacturing.
- Strong project management and leadership skills are crucial.
Responsibilities
- Manage complex projects focusing on cost optimization and new technologies.
- Support R&D actions and deliver clear trial reports.
Skills
Education
Job description
Recruit4staff is proud to be representing their client, a leading company in their search for a Senior Development Technologist to work hybrid from their leading facility in Market Drayton.
For the successful Senior Development Technologist, our client is offering:
- Salary up to £50,000 p/annum
- Monday to Friday (9-5)
- 12-Month FTC
- Hybrid Working (60/40 split)
- Annual Bonus at 10%
- Life Assurance
- Health Care (Single Plan)
- Responsible for managing multiple, complex projects involving cost optimisation and new technology, both product and process based
- Support on process knowledge and capability and be accountable for R&D actions through project stage gate process
- Search continuously for potential to optimise recipes process and/or the raw material portfolio
- Identify, initiate and deliver opportunities for cost saving and quality improvements
- Provide support on process related topics
- Manages the cost calculation on all developments
- Produce clear and complete trial reports
- Manage and motivate 1-2 direct reports or a small sub-team.
- Travel to other local sites with one annual trip to Germany
- BSc/MSc in Food Science or Sciences - ESSENTIAL
- Previous experience working in a development tech role from food manufacturing / food industry - ESSENTIAL
- Dairy manufacturing experience - DESIRABLE
- Able to travel - ESSENTIAL
- Management - Coaching - Team Leadership - ESSENTIAL
Market Drayton, Wem, Telford, Newport, Nantwich, Oswestry, Shrewsbury, Crewe
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