Join Our New Product Development team at The Compleat Food Group!Do you have a passion for food, looking to expand your knowledge and grow your career in a fast-paced sector of the food industry? Our NPD team are searching for a Senior Process Development Technologist based in our Ebbw Vale manufacturing site!About The Compleat Food GroupAt The Compleat Food Group, were proud to be a food business built on purpose and passion. Formed in 2021, were on a mission to createFood to Feel Good - great quality, tasty and affordable food that people love to eat.Were home to some of the UKs most exciting and loved food brands, includingWalls Pastry, Pork Farms, Wrights, The Real Yorkshire Pudding Co., unearthed, Vadasz, Squeaky Bean, Palace Culture, andHarvey & Brockless. Alongside our branded portfolio, were a leading supplier of delicious own-label pastry, sweet bakery, party food, olives and antipasti, added-value egg products, continental meats, dips and sauces and plant-based food to the UKs major retailers, as well as across foodservice.With over 6,000 talented colleagues across 17 sites, and an annual turnover of £1.3bn, were united by a shared ambition to shape the future of food for the better.Working Hours:Monday Thursday, 8:30am-5pm and Friday: 8:30am-4pmLocation:Ebbw Vale, NP23 5SDOur South Wales operation specialises in chilled dips, houmous, sandwich fillings, toppings and marinadesPurpose:To support in the effective delivery of New Product Development (NPD), Existing Product Development (EPD) and Continuous Improvement across manufacturing sites in line with company and customer category plans.Your Duties Will Include: Delivery of the scale up of products and process agenda within agreed timescales, responsible for all stages of the critical path of projectsOrganise process trials including ingredient and packaging orders, working closely with production and planning teamsLead pre- and post-trial meetings included detailed paperwork for every trial.Lead the Process teams to move product from kitchen to factory, ensuring all aspects of product quality and food safety are metValidations including nutritional, shelf-life, pack weight, sensory and organolepticSupport the Process Manager in the innovation agenda at site taking key role in feasibility meetings and costing builds.Lead process team documentation to support product development to an auditable standardLead the launch of product to agreed standards and review products post-launchUnderstand and drive proactive process development initiatives which push production boundariesSupport the organising of customer visits, sample sending and benchmarking panelsPromote health and safety culture by following all H&S requirements during kitchen and process development workLine management support to Junior Process Technologists and deputise for Process Development Manager when required.Experience: HND/Degree in food based/manufacturing subject (desirable)Process Development experienceStrong food manufacturing experience within an FMCG environmentHACCP / Food Safety TrainingKey Skills: Planning, organisation and project managementCommunicating at different levels of seniorityPresentation skillsTrial running / data analysisIdentifying solutionsGood computing skills in Excel, Word, PowerPoint and TeamsQualities: A passion for food - product tasting is required across multiple categoriesProblem solvingEnthusiasm to learn and growSelf-MotivatedFlexible attitudeA team player with well-developed interpersonal skillsWhy Join Us?At The Compleat Food Group, we believe our people are the heart of our success. Thats why we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your lifestyle, wellbeing and career growth:Financial & Lifestyle Benefits: Salary Sacrifice Schemes - including Electric Vehicles, Home & Tech, Cycle to Work, and SMART Pension33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) with the option to purchase extraHoliday Discounts via our online retail platformAccess to enhanced retail discounts online and in-storeFree product handouts across our sites, so you can sample and enjoy our delicious products first handEV charging points - available at selected sitesHealth & Wellbeing: 24/7 access to Grocery Aid for free financial, emotional, and practical supportPhysical Wellbeing Hub - free on-demand exercise classes, gym discountsFree diet & nutrition advice with access to thousands of healthy recipesOnline wellbeing support - from mindfulness to lifestyle resourcesFinancial wellbeing tools - including mortgage calculators, budgeting tools, and financial aidCareer Growth & Development: Access to a personalised online learning platform (LMS)Formal and informal training opportunities tailored to your rolePerformance Development Plans and regular Career ConversationsCompany Mentoring Scheme to add depth and really support your career journeyRecognition through Club Compleat rewardsCommunity & Culture: 2 paid volunteering days per year to give back to causes that matter to youCharity initiatives and fundraising eventsTeam socials to connect and celebrate togetherEmployee networks & support groups - includingWomen @ CompleatNew baby gift for new parentsThe Compleat Food Group fosters an inclusive, respectful culture where everyone feels safe, supported, and valued. We welcome diverse talent, knowing it drives exceptional results and a better workplace.We are committed to Fairness, Equity, Inclusivity, and Respect, we ensure all colleagues can thrive by bringing their whole selves to work. As an equal opportunitys employer, we provide all the support you need to succeed.Contact us with any questions about Diversity & Inclusion or accessibility during the application process.Recruitment Agencies:We have a small, active and trusted Preferred Supplier List to assist us if required. We do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions. We only accept CV submissions for roles released to you directly by our Talent Acquisition team.If you would be interested in working with us please contact us directly and should we have any roles we need additional support with we will reach out to you.REF-227 589JBRP1_UKTJ