NPD Technologist

NPD Technologist

Humdinger, Bromborough CH62 3RD

Are you passionate about creating delicious, high-quality food products from concept to launch? We’re looking for a proactive and detail-oriented NPD Technologist to support the development of new and reformulated products. You’ll work hands-on in both kitchen and factory environments, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure products meet customer expectations, technical standards and compliance requirements. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and love turning ideas into reality, we’d love to hear from you.

Position type: Full-time, Permanent 

Hours: 37.5

Shift Pattern: Monday - Friday, 08:30 - 16:30

Pay range: £30,000 - £34,000

Breaks: 30 minutes unpaid

As an NPD Technologist, you’ll support the development and launch of innovative food products from concept to factory scale-up. Your role will include:

• Developing and trialling new recipes, ensuring they meet taste, texture, nutritional and cost targets
• Coordinating kitchen and factory trials, documenting results and resolving formulation issues
• Ensuring compliance with food safety, labelling and retailer specifications
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams (Technical, Operations, Supply Chain, Commercial) to deliver successful product launches
• Maintaining accurate documentation including recipes, specifications and nutritional and allergen data 
• Supporting audits, customer meetings and technical queries
• Managing nutritional testing, shelf-life evaluations and packaging development during the NPD cycle.

We are looking for someone who has worked in a manufacturing environment (Production/Machine/Engineering/Technical) who is keen to step up into the world of NPD. 

• Degree (or equivalent) in Food Science or a related technical field
• Strong communication, project coordination, and IT skills (including recipe management systems)
• Detail-oriented, adaptable, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• A collaborative team player with high energy and resilience under pressure

• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Pension (4% Employer Contributions)
• Life Assurance Scheme at x4 basic salary. 
• Health Care Cash Plan via Paycare (Dental, Optical, Chiropody, Professional Therapy, Counselling cover), along with access to Paycare Perks for exclusive high street and retailer discounts. 
• Holiday Purchase Salary Sacrifice Scheme – buy up to one extra week per year (subject to meeting minimum criteria)
• Cycle to Work Salary Sacrifice Scheme (subject to meeting minimum criteria)
• Electric Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme  (subject to meeting minimum criteria)
• Family friendly policies including Maternity and Paternity leave above the statutory minimum
• Access to staff shops with exclusive discounts
• Monthly employee recognition scheme via the ‘Zertus Values Awards’
• Recruitment Refer a Friend rewards
• Training and Development Opportunities (Leadership courses, External qualifications, Professional memberships) 

At Humdinger, we transform coco, nuts, seeds, fruit, and pulses into delectable snacks and chocolates for both our in-house label and renowned branded ranges. With a robust and continually growing portfolio, we've earned compliments for our commitment to quality and continuous product innovation. You might have enjoyed our products before, perhaps without even realising it! 

Humdinger is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. 

Your application will be reviewed as part of our selection process. If you’re shortlisted, a member of our Recruitment or HR team will contact you If selected, you will be invited to an interview.

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