NPD Technologist, Kent

Job Description

My Client has been developing innovative products for the bakery industry for over 100 years, they are looking for someone with a passion for making things happen, real enthusiasm in the food industry, as well as a strong desire to be part of cross functional teams.

Job Purpose
The NPD Technologist will be responsible for supporting in the development of new products as requested by management or customers.
Main Duties and Responsibilities

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following:
With the support of a small and friendly team, the successful candidate will be responsible for:
? Creating product formulations based on customer briefs.
? Project management and maintenance for customer accounts with Key Account Manager support.
? Proactive, professional and confident communications with our customers.
? Covering for the NPD Manager when required.
? Overseeing and supporting the scale up of products from the 60kg trial vessel to full scale production.
? Providing support to the factory on product launches and improvement initiatives.
? Production of lab samples on occasion for high profile products.
? Testing of kitchen samples in order to keep good records
? Accurate record keeping, ensuring full traceability of process.
? Following strict food safety, health and safety and quality control practices within the scope of the above activities.
? Working well with all members of the site team but the Technical, Production and Quality teams; with a priority on clear and proactive communications and a collaborative approach to problem solving.
? Assisting the creative evolution of product from initial concept to delivered goods in line with the market trends and demands in collaboration with the Marketing Department
? Cleaning and maintenance of the NPD area and kitchen
? Ensuring stock ingredients are replenished like, stock rotations, ordering ingredients from suppliers