UHT Pilot Plant Lead for RTD Innovation

Huel Inc.; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nutrition company in the United Kingdom is seeking a Process Development Technologist to lead the UHT pilot plant and drive innovation in the Ready-to-Drink range. This hands-on role involves planning and executing trials, maintaining equipment, conducting testing, and ensuring consistency in product quality. Candidates should have a degree in Food Science or significant relevant experience, and a solid understanding of processing technologies. The position offers comprehensive benefits including free on-site gym access and enhanced family leave.

Benefits

30 days annual leave PLUS bank holidays

Free Huel

Dog friendly workplace

Paid Volunteering Days

Free on-site gym

Free on-site wellness area

1-on-1 therapy

Private Medical and Health insurance

Electric Car Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Enhanced Family Leave

Workplace Nursery Scheme

Paid Employee Referral Scheme

Biannual events to celebrate success

Qualifications

• Experience in food and drink manufacturing, with exposure to thermal processing.
• Degree in Food Science, Chemical/Process Engineering, or 12 years of pertinent experience.
• Strong knowledge of process and equipment with troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the UHT pilot plant; run and document trials.
• Maintain lab and pilot plant equipment ensuring readiness.
• Support factory scale-up trials and first productions.

Skills

Food and drink manufacturing experience

Thermal processing knowledge

Pilot plant trial execution

Data analysis skills

Education

Degree in Food Science or related

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

A leading nutrition company in the United Kingdom is seeking a Process Development Technologist to lead the UHT pilot plant and drive innovation in the Ready-to-Drink range. This hands-on role involves planning and executing trials, maintaining equipment, conducting testing, and ensuring consistency in product quality. Candidates should have a degree in Food Science or significant relevant experience, and a solid understanding of processing technologies. The position offers comprehensive benefits including free on-site gym access and enhanced family leave.