We are looking for a NPI Technologist to join our NPD Team, reporting into NPI ManagerAs an NPI Technologist based in Corsham , you will work across various categories and work closely with the wider development team as well as other stakeholders both on site.
You will manage the factory side of the NPD process from technical product handover through to post launch reviews across all areas of the category.You will be responsible for and required to undertake the following duties:Factory trial management associated with NPD/EPD projects in line with agreed critical paths using the Pilgrim's Europe Stage & gate processDocument control from factory trials including micro and analytical.Arrange trial review panelsReporting on trial progress, agreeing trial schedules, and proactively participating in problem solving activities.Full data gathering responsibilities from factory trials (such as yields, labour inputs, changeovers, etc)Be proactive in suggesting alternative solutions to production issues.Support with customer approval panelsAssists in organising and planning the agenda for pre-productionWork on innovation projectsAct as an 'ambassador' for Pilgrims, ensuring professional conduct, approach and personal presentation at all times.Knowledge, Skills, Experience:Be comfortable within a meat environment – comfortable to conduct organoleptic assessments/taste panels of meat products (pork, beef and poultry)Excellent Time Management and organisationExperienced and resilient problem-solverKeen eye for detailHACCP and Food Safety / Hygiene knowledgeStrong team playerExcellent IT skills for writing, accessing, analysing and reporting of data.Good working knowledge of excel spreadsheets and formula writing.Proven experience driving an exciting food culture that puts our products at the heart of what we do.Experience/QualificationsDegree in food or relevant qualificationEquivalent transferable experience within Food manufacturingDriving LicenceMeat industry experience an advantage