Snack R&D Technologist — Innovation & New Product Dev

Valeo Foods Group; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading snack manufacturer in Gateshead is seeking an R&D Technologist to support the development of innovative snack products. This role involves collaborating with multiple teams to ensure products meet safety and quality standards. Candidates should have a degree in food science and relevant experience in food manufacturing. The position offers competitive salary and benefits, including a pension scheme and staff discounts.

Benefits

Excellent Career Opportunities

Matched pension scheme up to 10%

Death in service

Cycle to work scheme

Retailer discount platform

Staff discount

Qualifications

• Experience in new product development/R&D environment is a plus.
• Full clean driving license is required.

Responsibilities

• Support product development in the Snacks R&D team.
• Collaborate with various teams to ensure product quality.
• Conduct shelf-life testing of new products.

Skills

Food manufacturing experience

Food process technologies

Brand interaction

Key IT skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Education

Degree in food science

Job description

A leading snack manufacturer in Gateshead is seeking an R&D Technologist to support the development of innovative snack products. This role involves collaborating with multiple teams to ensure products meet safety and quality standards. Candidates should have a degree in food science and relevant experience in food manufacturing. The position offers competitive salary and benefits, including a pension scheme and staff discounts.