Graduate Junior Product Technologist

2 weeks ago


Bishop's Stortford UK, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom Gü Desserts Full time

There’s More to Gü

Great Place to Work award


Our Purpose is the Create the Most Irresistible Treats. Our Mission is to take Gu to more people and places whilst reducing our impact on the planet.


We have & continue to grow significantly; we are the #1 brand in the UK and we’re also putting a lot into fulfilling our international growth agenda. In the UK over the last 5 years Gu has contributed 42% of the category growth and 2023 is set to deliver our fastest growth yet. Our Brand Plan will bring step change comms, bring first to market innovation and we will be listed in more places than ever before.


Our International growth is driven through more consumers buying our Brand in existing markets such as France & Germany. While we continue to unlock new markets with launches in both the US & Spain. Exciting opportunity to join this innovative food manufacturing business


The role:

As a Graduate Junior Product Technologist, you'll play a vital role in our dynamic team, contributing to the product development lifecycle. Aligned with our company values, you are expected to evolve into a fully-fledged Product Technologist


Your primary role is to serve as the bridge between the product development kitchen and the production line, ensuring a seamless transition for new products/ingredients from trial and testing stages to full production.


Key Responsibilities

  • Assist in the seamless transition of new products from trial to full production and recommend improvements during trial production runs.
  • Participate in buying and trialing new processing equipment.
  • Provide co-ordination for the implementation of new structures and processes.
  • Build relationships with NPD, Production, and other stakeholders.
  • Understand and flag potential problems in production processes.
  • Develop schedules for product launches and coordinate production trials.
  • Conduct ongoing investigations into production processes.
  • Ensure accurate documentation of operating procedures and provide support during initial production.
  • Cost products after trials and be flexible in undertaking role-associated activities.
  • Design, embed and champion Continuous Improvement initiatives beyond New Product Development, ensuring a culture of ongoing enhancement and efficiency throughout the organisation.


Ideal Candidate:


  • Thrives in a collaborative environment, building strong relationships with teams and stakeholders.
  • Problem Solver, energetic and Pioneering
  • Communicate effectively with internal teams, demonstrating a considerate and collaborative approach
  • Detail oriented and highly organised
  • Problem Solver


Experience:

  • A food-related degree or equivalent in Product Development or similar
  • Knowledge and experience in food manufacturing desirable
  • Excellent communication skills
  • IT skills and excellent attention to detail
  • Experience of working independently and collaboratively
  • Organisational and project management skills
  • Positive attitude and enthusiasm


If you wish to apply for this role, please click on the apply button with a copy of your up to date cv in word format.


Not right for you? We’d still like to speak with you about other opportunities, so please do send an up to date copy of your CV in word format and we will call you.



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