Raw Material and Process Technologist

2 weeks ago


Manchester, United Kingdom Rondanini Full time

**About us**:
At Rondanini, we are passionate about exceptional Italian cuisine. As the UK’s leading supplier, producer, and importer of high-quality Italian foods, we have been delivering authentic flavours to restaurants, retailers, and food service providers since 1989. Renowned for our innovative and practical approach, we take pride in creating exceptional food solutions tailored to our customers' needs.

**The Opportunity**:
We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a **Raw Materials and Process Technologist** to join our team. We're looking for a proactive, adaptable individual with a strong desire to learn and think critically. If you’re not afraid to ask questions, bring fresh ideas, and approach challenges with a creative mindset, we’d love to hear from you.

**Position**: Full Time, Permanent.

**Salary**:£35,000

**Working Pattern**:Monday to Friday from 07:30 - 16:30, including a one hour lunch break.

**Location**:Manchester (Onsite)

This role offers a structured development and training plan over six months, covering all key responsibilities below.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Manage and assess supplier documentation, ensuring compliance and renewals.
- Maintain and update supplier, raw material, and packaging databases.
- Oversee factory trials, including planning, material management, and reporting results.
- Develop and manage raw material and packaging specifications.
- Create and approve recipe cards and factory documentation.
- Collaborate with internal teams to drive efficiency and process improvements.
- Support HACCP, Internal Audit teams, and food safety validations.
- Conduct taste panels and shelf-life testing for quality improvements.
- Manage product samples and oversee the artwork process from design to launch.
- Attend supplier and customer visits, including international travel.
- Provide support for QC and Technical Administrator roles as needed.

**Person Specification**:

- **Qualifications**: Food Safety Level 2, HACCP Training, Legal Labelling, Internal Auditor certification.
- **Education**: Degree in Food Science or Nutrition.
- **Skills & Experience**:

- Sensory evaluation skills.
- Experience in food manufacturing, ideally with High Risk/Care factory standards (training provided if needed).
- Ability to interpret shelf-life and nutritional results.
- Strong self-motivation and ability to meet personal and business targets.
- Excellent communication skills, sharing knowledge openly.
- Adaptability and resilience in a fast-paced environment.
- Understanding of retailer needs and codes of practice.

**What We Offer**:

- Career Development: We provide opportunities for growth and learning.
- Extra Holidays: 31 days annual leave, incl Bank Holidays
- Wellness day: Take 1 wellness day every year on us.
- Discounts: Get 15% off trade prices at our sister company, Salvo 1968, and access to exclusive offers on companyshopgroup.co.uk.
- Health & Wellbeing Support: Access to mental health, legal, and financial advice via our Employee Assistance Programme.
- Cycle to Work Scheme: Save on your commute with our green initiative.
- Product Tasting: Regular opportunities to sample our delicious products
- Team Socials: Join us for annual Christmas and summer parties, plus quarterly team gatherings.
- Enhanced Family Leave: up to 6 months fully paid maternity / adoption leave and up to 6 weeks fully paid paternity leave, paid leave for fertility treatment for both partners. (based on length of service)



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