Technologist I

4 days ago

AshbyDeLaZouch Leicestershire, United Kingdom KP Snacks Full time

Process Technologist
This is a two-year fixed term role that involves regular travel between our Ashby-de-la-Zouch and Billingham sites. You’ll need to be comfortable with extended periods away from home, including overnight stays from Monday to Friday over several weeks. Travel and accommodation will be covered by KP Snacks.
We’re looking for a Process Technologist to join us at KP Snacks. This role sits within our Research and Development team and supports a major transformation programme across the KP Branded Snacks portfolio. You’ll work closely with colleagues across Engineering, Manufacturing and Commercial to help develop and optimise products for some of our most iconic brands.
You’ll be part of a collaborative, purpose-driven team, helping to shape the future of snacking through robust trial execution, continuous improvement and a strong focus on food safety and quality.
We believe in rewarding our colleagues and helping them thrive. Annual bonus scheme, with a strong track record of overachievement
~ Comprehensive healthcare support – including Medicash Health Cash Plan, Digital GP, Best Doctors second opinion service and specialist cancer care
~ KP Pension Plan – contribution matching up to 7% of your salary
~25 days holiday, plus the option to buy more
~ KP4ME – our online platform for benefits, discounts, wellbeing tools and more

Lead and support factory and pilot plant trials, ensuring accurate data capture and analysis
Optimise recipes and processes to meet consumer expectations for taste, quality and value
Ensure all product development meets statutory, legal, customer and food safety requirements
Contribute to sustainability goals through innovation in packaging, raw materials and energy use
We’re committed to inclusion
We’re building a workplace where everyone belongs. A degree in Food Science, Physical Science or Formulation Engineering (or equivalent)
Experience in FMCG R&D or cross-functional project work
Strong technical knowledge of food ingredients and processing
A flexible, collaborative approach and willingness to travel regularly

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