R&D Technician - Food Innovation in York

Valeo Foods Group; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 25,000 - GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK food manufacturer is looking for an R&D Technician to join their sweets Innovation team based in York. This role involves supporting the R&D team to launch new products and maintain documentation as required. Ideal candidates should have strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a passion for food innovation. The position offers competitive salary and excellent career opportunities, along with benefits such as a pension scheme and employee discounts.

Benefits

Matched pension scheme up to 10%

Death in service

Cycle to work scheme

Retailer discount platform

Staff discount

Qualifications

• Experience in food manufacturing, ideally in R&D.
• Familiarity with food process technologies is a plus.
• Full, clean driving license needed.

Responsibilities

• Support R&D trials and ensure efficient operations.
• Manage ingredient inventory and prepare for trials.
• Conduct market product benchmarking.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Able to interact across all business levels

Attention to detail

Team player

Proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint

Passion for food

Education

Experience in food manufacturing or R&D environment

Tools

IT applications

Job description

A leading UK food manufacturer is looking for an R&D Technician to join their sweets Innovation team based in York. This role involves supporting the R&D team to launch new products and maintain documentation as required. Ideal candidates should have strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a passion for food innovation. The position offers competitive salary and excellent career opportunities, along with benefits such as a pension scheme and employee discounts.