NPD Technologist
Annual Salary: £30,000 to £36,000 per annum
Location: Norwich
Job Type: Full-timeWe are seeking a dynamic NPD Technologist to lead and support the development of new customer and proactive concepts from inception through to launch. This role is based in a brand new site and the successful candidate will confidently lead product trials and launches, to be put into successful product launches.
Day-to-day of the role:
Lead projects from customer brief to post-launch review, navigating through the NPD stage gate process.
Conduct and support pilot plant and factory trials, which can be physically demanding.
Identify risks and issues within projects, collaborating with the R&D and Operations teams to mitigate risks and solve problems effectively.
Maintain meticulous records of all trials and experimental data, adhering to the stage gate process for each project.
Document and analyse data from trials, communicating results and actions cross-functionally in a timely manner.
Provide detailed product information to the technical team for accurate specification completion.
Liaise with customers and suppliers on project-related work.
Lead or engage in research sessions with the R&D team or wider business to deliver solutions.
Work across multiple manufacturing sites
Participate in additional activities or duties that benefit the individual, department, or company.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
Degree in Food Science or a relevant...