NPD Implementation Manager

1 week ago


Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom RefrescoDrinks UK Limited Full time

Company Description: Refresco

Job Description: Are you ready to join an exciting opportunity to work as a Site Product Implementation Manager at Refresco, Milton Keynes, ramping up production for one of the UK's top energy drink brands? If you are skilled in innovating, launching new products, and enhancing manufacturing processes, then this role is perfect for you. Become an essential part of ensuring we deliver top-quality products efficiently and cost-effectively to our clients.

Refresco UK, a part of the Refresco Group, operates across Europe, North America, and Australia with a total of 78 manufacturing sites in 15 different countries. In the UK alone, we have 6 sites and collaborate with major UK supermarkets and renowned drinks producers.

Position: Site Product Implementation Manager (FMCG - specializing in new co-pack products, packaging, product launches, and value engineering)

Permanent role with day shifts from Monday to Friday offering a competitive salary, annual bonus, generous company pension, and extra annual leave purchase option.

What's in it for you?

  • 10% Annual bonus
  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Flexibility to buy additional holidays
  • Generous company pension plan
  • Life assurance
  • Employee referral scheme for bonuses
  • GroceryAid support service providing financial, legal, and wellbeing assistance
  • Cheers benefits platform with discounts, perks, and well-being tools

About the Role

As a hands-on project manager, you will lead the successful implementation of new product launches at Refresco, Milton Keynes. Collaborate with various teams to ensure smooth launches, comply with quality and safety standards, and adapt to customer demands and industry regulations.

Responsibilities as Implementation Project Manager also include:

  • Manage transfer of NPD and new co-pack products into manufacturing
  • Implement process and packaging changes
  • Complete required product, process, and packaging trails
  • Verify new equipment, packaging, and processes
  • Conduct risk assessments for new processes
  • Manage value engineering projects
  • Validate existing equipment and processes
  • Ensure efficient production of new and existing products
  • Drive continuous quality improvement
  • Provide cover for QA team members during leaves

About You

If you have a strong background in food safety, HACCP, and operational experience in the FMCG industry, particularly in drinks or food sectors, this role is for you. We are looking for someone passionate about enhancing quality systems and launching new products, preferably holding a degree in Science or Food Technology.

About Refresco

Refresco, a global beverage solutions provider, operates across Europe, North America, and Australia, offering a diverse range of products in various packaging formats. Committed to quality improvement and environmental responsibility, we strive to meet consumer demands and market trends. With over 13,500 employees worldwide, Refresco is dedicated to putting drinks on every table and aims to continuously enhance its products.

Join us at Refresco, where we value equality and transparency in our recruitment process for all applicants.



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