NPI Technologist

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled NPI Technologist to join our Product Development Team at Pilgrim's Europe. As an NPI Technologist, you will play a critical role in the development and launch of new products, working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless execution.

Key Responsibilities:

• Factory Trial Management: Manage factory trials associated with NPD/EPD projects, adhering to agreed critical paths and utilizing the Pilgrim's Europe Stage & Gate process.
• Document Control: Ensure accurate and timely documentation of factory trials, including micro and analytical data.
• Trial Review Panels: Arrange and facilitate trial review panels to ensure effective communication and decision-making.
• Reporting and Problem-Solving: Provide regular progress reports, agree trial schedules, and actively participate in problem-solving activities to drive project success.
• Data Gathering: Collect and analyze data from factory trials, including yields, labor inputs, changeovers, and other relevant metrics.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvements and suggest alternative solutions to production issues.
• Customer Approval: Support customer approval panels and ensure timely resolution of any issues.
• Pre-Production Planning: Assist in organizing and planning the agenda for pre-production, ensuring a smooth transition to production.
• Innovation Projects: Contribute to innovation projects, driving the development of new products and processes.
• Professional Conduct: Represent Pilgrim's Europe with professionalism, approach, and personal presentation at all times.

Requirements:

• Meat Industry Experience: Comfortable working in a meat environment, with the ability to conduct organoleptic assessments and taste panels of meat products.
• Time Management and Organization: Excellent time management and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Problem-Solving: Experienced and resilient problem-solver, with a keen eye for detail and a strong analytical mindset.
• Food Safety and Hygiene: Good working knowledge of HACCP and food safety/hygiene principles.
• Team Player: Strong team player, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• IT Skills: Proficient in using IT systems for data analysis and reporting.
• Excel Skills: Good working knowledge of Excel spreadsheets and formula writing.
• Education and Experience: Degree in food science or a related field, or equivalent transferable experience within the food manufacturing industry.