Senior Process Development Technologist – Food Manufacturing

Senior Process Development Technologist – Food Manufacturing

£45,000 – £50,000

Chester

Are you an experienced Process Technologist looking to take the next step in your career? Do you enjoy working in a fast-moving food production environment where no two days are the same? If you love variety, managing multiple projects, and being hands-on in the factory, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

We’re working with a well-known food manufacturer with a long-standing reputation and successful history. They’re a leader in their category and need a high energy process development technologist who understands the pace and demands involved in food manufacturing. This is an ideal opportunity to join a strong, experienced technical team and work closely with a supportive Process Manager who genuinely enjoys helping people grow.

Why this role?

• You’ll be part of a business that’s growing and always striving for the highest standards.
• There’s plenty of opportunity to learn from a skilled team and build your expertise.
• The company values innovation, quality and a one team ethos – they invest in their people.
• Many in the team have already progressed their careers here – they look after their own.

What you’ll be doing:

• Bringing new food products to life – from kitchen concept to full-scale factory production.
• Improving current manufacturing processes to make them smoother and more efficient.
• Leading factory trials – organising materials, sorting paperwork, attending HACCP meetings, and making sure product standards are signed off.
• Working closely with production and planning teams to make sure everyone’s in the loop and trials run to schedule.
• Sitting in on customer panels and helping with product tweaks and improvements.

What we’re looking for:

• Experience in food manufacturing is essential – this is a fast-paced site.
• You’ve worked in similar environments and know how to manage timelines and project plans.
• You understand factory processes and how ingredients behave in large-scale production.
• You’re confident dealing with retailers and know how to interpret and deliver on their briefs.
• You keep up with market trends and know what customers are looking for.
• You’re organised, calm under pressure, and good at juggling tasks.
• You’re hands-on, a team player, and someone who can take the lead when needed.

If you’re ready to take your process development career to the next level and want to work with a brilliant team in a progressive business, please get in touch without delay.