Senior Process Development Technologist

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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 Group
At 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-4pm
Location: Ebbw Vale, NP23 5SD
Our South Wales operation specialises in chilled dips, houmous, sandwich fillings, toppings and marinades

Purpose:
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 projects
Organise process trials including ingredient and packaging orders, working closely with production and planning teams
Lead 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 met
Validations including nutritional, shelf-life, pack weight, sensory and organoleptic
Support 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 standard
Lead the launch of product to agreed standards and review products post-launch
Understand and drive proactive process development initiatives which push production boundaries
Support the organising of customer visits, sample sending and benchmarking panels
Promote health and safety culture by following all H&S requirements during kitchen and process development work
Line 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 experience
Strong food manufacturing experience within an FMCG environment
HACCP / Food Safety Training

Key Skills:
Planning, organisation and project management
Communicating at different levels of seniority
Presentation skills
Trial running / data analysis
Identifying solutions
Good computing skills in Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Teams

Qualities:
A passion for food - product tasting is required across multiple categories
Problem solving
Enthusiasm to learn and grow
Self-Motivated
Flexible attitude
A team player with well-developed interpersonal skills

Why 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 Pension
33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) with the option to purchase extra
Holiday Discounts via our online retail platform
Access to enhanced retail discounts online and in-store
Free product handouts across our sites, so you can sample and enjoy our delicious products first hand
EV charging points - available at selected sites

Health & Wellbeing:
24/7 access to Grocery Aid for free financial, emotional, and practical support
Physical Wellbeing Hub - free on-demand exercise classes, gym discounts
Free diet & nutrition advice with access to thousands of healthy recipes
Online wellbeing support - from mindfulness to lifestyle resources
Financial wellbeing tools - including mortgage calculators, budgeting tools, and financial aid

Career Growth & Development:
Access to a personalised online learning platform (LMS)
Formal and informal training opportunities tailored to your role
Performance Development Plans and regular Career Conversations
Company Mentoring Scheme to add depth and really support your career journey
Recognition through Club Compleat rewards

Community & Culture:
2 paid volunteering days per year to give back to causes that matter to you
Charity initiatives and fundraising events
Team socials to connect and celebrate together
Employee networks & support groups - including Women @ Compleat
New baby gift for new parents

The 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.

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Location:
Ebbw Vale
Salary:
£35,000
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Manufacturing;Science;Engineering

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