Food Development Manager

2 weeks ago


Leicester, Leicester, United Kingdom Samworth Brothers Limited Full time
Job Description:

We are seeking a highly skilled Food Development Manager to join our dynamic team at Samworth Brothers Limited. As a key member of our production team, you will be responsible for developing and implementing new products, processes, and changes to existing products within the business.

The successful candidate will have excellent project management skills, with the ability to work under pressure and prioritize tasks effectively. They will also possess good attention to detail and IT skills, as well as the ability to work collaboratively with manufacturing teams to identify process improvement opportunities.

The salary for this position is estimated to be around £40,000-£50,000 per annum, depending on experience. This includes an enhanced pension scheme, private health scheme, employee discount scheme, and experience annual pay reviews.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop and implement new products, processes, and changes to existing products within the business
  • Manage post-trial outputs, including initiation of BOMs, completion of product-specific documentation, and organisation of samples for microbiological & chemical testing
  • Create and manage pre-production agendas in conjunction with the Samworth Brothers Launch Process
  • Collaborate with manufacturing teams to identify process improvement opportunities and lead initiatives

Requirements:
  • Previous experience in a similar role
  • Qualification in a food science or related discipline (preferable)
  • Excellent project management skills
  • Ability to work under pressure and prioritize tasks effectively
  • Good attention to detail and IT skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively with manufacturing teams

Benefits:
  • Enhanced pension scheme
  • Private health scheme
  • Employee discount scheme
  • Experience annual pay reviews


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