Allicio NPD Development Technologist Job Description
Role Title Development Technologist
Line Manager Head of NPD
Department New Product Development (NPD)
Role Purpose
The Development Technologist will work with colleagues in the New Product Development (NPD) team to support the end-to-end process of developing and launching products that enhance the offering of Allicio.
Key Accountabilities
As Allicios Development Technologist the post holder will work with the Head of NPD and the NPD team to:
generate ideas and formulations, and to support the development of new products from concept to launch.
support the assessment of raw materials and finished products, and support the development and preparation of samples in ways that ensure a customers expectations are met or exceeded.
prepare technical information. These include nutritional calculations, allergen assessments, and ingredients declarations.
prepare factory trials and the 1st Production Sign-off for all new products developed.
support the activities needed to meet with customers and present new products and/or recipes. This includes the development and preparation of sample products and presenting new ingredients and/or finished products.
conduct research into nutritional powder opportunities. The knowledge gained must be shared with team members in ways that ensures that Allicio takes advantage of all appropriate opportunities.
act as a key internal and customer point of contact regarding packaging sign-off, compliance, and product specifications.
Respond to enquiries from internal and external customers in ways that demonstrates a professional, can-do attitude at all times.
support the development and delivery of training/coaching sessions that are needed to support the implementation of NPD products etc.
Ensure that all the tasks completed meet organisational and industry standards for health and safety, quality management, environmental, and any other relevant standards.
At all times uphold Allicios values regardless of the task or activity undertaken.
Any other tasks as may reasonably be requested from this role.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Right 1st time launches.
Accurate preparation and timely dispatch of samples.
Upkeep and maintenance of lab supplies, ingredients and equipment.
Accurate preparation of technical data.
Key Relationships
Internal
Head of NPD
Senior Development Technologist
Quality Assurance Department
Sales Department
Head of Operations / Operations Manager
Operational employees.
External
Customer (both new and existing)
Suppliers
3rd Party Experts.
Knowledge, Skills, and Experience
Degree/ Diploma in Food Science, Food Technology or related field, or work experience to the same
Experience formulating food products
understanding of new product development processes, Food Safety, HACCP, and allergen management procedures.
IT literate across Microsoft 365 and TEAMS
ability to work as part of team but is also able to self-motivate and work alone when needed.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
strong numerical skills.
Ability to work autonomously and ensure health and safety requirements are met.
Organised, efficient, attention to detail
Professional, friendly, collaborative
Commercial mindset
Solutions orientated.
Hands-on, Can-do attitude
If you fit the above criteria and would like to be part of a dynamic team of skilled professionals, please submit your application. Unfortunately, due to the number of applications we receive, we cannot reply to each application. If you have not heard from us within two weeks of submitting your application, we regret you have not been shortlisted, and we wish you every success in your career search.
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