Job Opportunity: R&D Technologist
Location: Winchester, Hampshire
Salary: Up to £36,000, depending on experience
Industry: Food Manufacturing
Job Ref: 8834
About the Role
This is a fantastic opportunity to work for a traditional, family-owned business that prides itself on high-quality products. The company supplies to premium outlets and retailers and aims to produce the best tasting, highest quality products.
Key Responsibilities
1. Conduct laboratory trials for new product development (NPD), existing product improvements, new ingredients, and packaging, including preparing reports.
2. Perform physical and chemical analyses such as viscosity, pH, and Brix, as well as sensory evaluations, heat shock, melting resistance, and scoop ability, documenting findings accordingly.
3. Maintain inventory of ingredients and finished products in the lab and freezer, including labelling with use-by dates, and organize benchmarking sessions and ingredient sourcing.
4. Participate in factory trials and oversee the first production runs of new products, ensuring proper handover to Production and Technical teams and completing all necessary documentation.
Candidate Profile
Applicants should possess a degree or equivalent in food science or a related discipline, with previous experience in food technical roles, NPD, or laboratory work, either professionally or through university placements.
* Strong understanding of food safety, technical standards, and quality assurance.
* Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
* Effective communicator across all levels.
* Personable with the ability to build and maintain positive relationships.
Additional Information
This role offers a salary up to £36,000, commensurate with experience. Due to the location, candidates must have their own transport and be able to drive.
The site is in Winchester, Hampshire, accessible from Southampton, Basingstoke, Salisbury, Newbury, and Portsmouth. Working hours are 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, with flexibility for production trials.
Alternate Job Titles
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