Process Technologist

Salary: 45,000 Location: Burnopfield Working hours: Monday to Friday (Friday WFH) Alexander Steele are working with an established ambient food manufacturing business in Durham who are actively recruiting for a Process Technologist to join their technical team. The ideal candidate will have experience in a process or NPD-related role within food manufacturing and a strong understanding of factory trials, product launches, and scale-up processes. Roles & Responsibilities Manage factory trials and scale-up processes for new and existing products, ensuring successful handover from kitchen to production Work closely with NPD, Technical, and Operations teams to deliver high-quality, cost-effective products to market Support product launches, ensuring they meet customer expectations and comply with internal and external standards Conduct post-launch reviews to identify opportunities for improvement in product quality, cost, or process efficiency Maintain accurate documentation, including trial reports, process specs, and risk assessments Liaise with customers during trials and visits, providing technical input and process insight Drive continuous improvement across manufacturing processes, focusing on consistency, waste reduction, and line efficiency Ensure all trials and processes comply with food safety, quality, and hygiene requirements On Offer 45,000 annual salary Monday to Friday with flexibility to work from home on Fridays 33 days annual leave Company pension Great opportunity to work in a collaborative, innovation-driven environment If this role is of interest or you require further information, please apply with your most up-to-date CV and I will be in touch.55b20050-bc17-4e5d-bfce-3c406318dffc

Created: 2025-08-30