Process Development Technologist

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The Compleat Food GroupLocation:

Milton Keynes, United KingdomJob Category:

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19.08.2025Expiry Date:

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Process Development TechnologistAre you looking to continue your career in New Product Development? We have a new opportunity for a Process Development Technologist to join our brilliant team in Milton Keynes.Who We AreThe Compleat Food Group are a chilled foods manufacturer on a mission to create great quality, tasty and affordable food, that people love to eat. We fondly refer to it as ''Food to Feel Good'' because we believe in savouring every bite whilst making a positive impact.Our team of over 5,500 remarkable individuals forms the core of all that we undertake. At The Compleat Food Group we don’t just make food. We make food to feel good, taste good and do good for everyone.Our genuine passion drives the creation of products for UK consumers, prominent retailers, and our thrilling market-leading brands such as Wall''s Pastry, Squeaky Bean, Vadasz and Unearthed.Location:

Milton Keynes, MK6 4AHHours:

Monday – Friday, 8:00 – 17:00 with occasional flexibility required for trial times.Salary:

Up to £35,000 DOEYour Duties Will Include:Effective delivery of the New Product Development (NPD) and Existing Product Development (EPD) process from kitchen handover to launch in line with customer category plansLead the Process teams to move product from kitchen to factory, ensuring all aspects of product quality are met and delivers the agreed margin.Lead process team documentation to support product development to an auditable standardLead the launch of product to agreed standards including supporting running of the trial, launch meetings and efficient handover to Technical and production teamsTo understand and drive proactive process development initiatives which push production boundariesSupport post-launch review through work with Technical teams for ongoing assessment of product quality, solve manufacturing problems, driving continuous improvement, identify cost savings and efficiency to the businessSupport the organising of customer visits and benchmarking panelsPromote health and safety culture by following all HandS requirements during kitchen and process development workGeneral office duties and ad hoc projects, which may require time spent at other sites across the businessExperience:Passion for food, looking to continue career within food manufacturingHACCP / Food Safety TrainingExperience working with own label chilled foods (desirable)Experience of dealing with customer relationships e.g. JS, Asda, MandSHND/Degree in food based/manufacturing subject (desirable)Key Skills:Planning, organisation, and project managementCommunication at different levels of seniority across various teamsIdentifying solutionsBasic computing skillsQualities:A passion for food – product tasting is required across multiple categoriesProblem solvingEnthusiasm to learn and growSelf-MotivatedA team player with well-developed interpersonal skillsWhat''s in it for you?Dynamic Environment: You will be working in a fast-paced, future-thinking agile company where your contributions make a real difference.Professional Growth: Ample opportunities for personal and professional development, including continuous learning and career progression.Culture: Be part of a fantastic team that values diversity, innovation, collaboration and excellence.33 Days annual leave2 Employee Volunteering Days per yearEmployee well-being and community support groupsCharity Initiatives and Team events24/7 Access to Grocery Aid (Free Financial, Emotional and Practical Support)Physical Wellbeing Benefits – Free on demand exercise hub and various gym discounts.Free Financial wellbeing – mortgage calculators, budget tools, financial aid toolsThe Compleat Food Group are proud to have built an inclusive and respectful culture where our colleagues feel safe, supported and valued. A place where they can bring their whole selves to work to achieve exceptional results and thrive.We continue to attract diverse talent into our teams, because we know greater diversity leads to exceptional results and provides a better working life. That’s why we’re committed to ensuring Fairness, Equity, Inclusivity, and Respect in all that we do.Recruitment Agencies: We have an active and trusted Preferred Supplier List to assist us if required. We do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from ..... full job details .....