Graduate Food Technologist

One of the UK’s leading food businesses supplying more than 10,000 food and drink products to over 40,000 customers have a new and exciting position for a Graduate Technologist looking to further develop their career within a large and progressive food business. 
This entry-level position is designed to help you develop the skills and experience needed to grow into a Technical Manager, responsible for overseeing the technical aspects of the own brand product portfolio.
As a Graduate Food Technologist, you’ll receive hands-on training in guiding products from concept to launch, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring each product meets high standards for quality, safety, and compliance. You’ll work closely with a team of experienced Technical Managers, gaining valuable insights and support to build your knowledge and technical expertise.
 
Key Accountabilities
• Technical Support and Development: Learn to support product development and ensure products meet legal, safety, quality, and ethical requirements
• Supplier Engagement and Compliance: Accompany senior team members on supplier visits, assist in site audits, and gain experience in supplier assessments 
• Quality Assurance and Product Evaluations: Participate in product testing, evaluations, and corrective action planning with guidance from Technical Managers
• Customer and Stakeholder Liaison: Develop communication skills to handle customer queries, understand feedback trends, and work towards reducing complaints.
 
Person Profile
• A recent degree in Food Science, Nutrition, Life Science, or a related technical field
• A strong interest in building a career in the food industry, with a passion for learning about diverse food categories
• Excellent organisational skills and keen attention to detail
• A team player with good communication skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving
• A valid UK driving license (or actively working toward one)
 
This role offers a structured development path, with mentorship and training from experienced professionals, preparing you to take on a Technical Manager position over time. Join in this role and lay the foundation for a rewarding career in the food industry!
 
REF: PR/013027
To apply, please e-mail in strict confidence, with a comprehensive CV, including salary details, quoting the above reference and for the attention of Liane.stockman@thepeopleco.com
 
Due to a high volume of responses, we cannot reply to each application individually. If you have not had a response within one week, we are sorry to say your application has not been successful on this occasion.