Food Manufacturing jobs in United Kingdom

Location: Carlisle

Role Type: Permanent, Full Time

£40,000 + Excellent Benefits Package + Growth and Progression Opportunities + Training and Development

Join one of the UK’s leading food manufacturers, supplying high-quality products across a range of categories to major retailers and food service partners. With a strong focus on quality, innovation, and people, this organisation offers a supportive environment where you can develop your skills and build a long-term career in food manufacturing.

We are seeking a motivated Process Technologist to join our team in Carlisle. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with at least one year of experience in the food industry, ideally with a background in a food-related degree.

You will play a key role in developing and launching new food products — from concept creation through to factory trials and product launch. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about food, enjoys problem-solving, and thrives in a fast-paced environment.

• Support the end-to-end process of new product development, from concept to launch
• Assist with recipe formulation, sample preparation, and kitchen or factory trials
• Maintain and complete NPD documentation, including product specifications and submission forms
• Use Excel, PowerPoint, and internal systems for project tracking and reporting
• Upload and manage product information on retailer systems and portals
• Collaborate closely with NPD, Technical, and Commercial teams to ensure successful product launches

Whether you’re already working as an NPD Technologist or with relevant experience working in food manufacturing, this role could be right for you.

• Degree (or equivalent) in Food Science, Food Technology, or a related discipline
• Experience of working within a food manufacturing process environment
• Creative, enthusiastic, and passionate about food and innovation
• Confident with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and general administrative tasks
• Good understanding of current food trends, consumers, and competitors
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail and Strong problem-solving and organisational abilities

• Career growth and professional development opportunities
• Training and mentoring to support personal progression
• Employee assistance and wellbeing support services
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Employee referral rewardsDiscounts and perks across a range of retail and leisure partners

This is a great opportunity to join a forward-thinking food manufacturer that values creativity, collaboration, and career development. You’ll be part of a dynamic team where innovation is encouraged, and your contribution will directly impact exciting new product launches across the UK market.

If this role is of interst, please apply with your updated CV and a member of our team will get in touch!