NPD Technologist

NPD Technologist

Near Exeter
Up to £38,000 DOE
Day-Based Role | Growing FMCG Business

Are you an ambitious NPD Technologist looking to take the next step in your career with a growing and forward-thinking food manufacturer?

My client, a leading and expanding Food / FMCG business based near Exeter, is seeking a talented NPD Technologist to join their close-knit technical team. Reporting directly to the Site NPD Manager, this role offers genuine career development within a company that values innovation, collaboration, and long-term progression.

This is a hands-on, technically focused development role where you will be involved from concept through to production. You will play a key part in supporting product innovation, customer engagement, and technical problem-solving across the site.

Key Responsibilities:

Evaluating raw materials, nutritional profiles, and ingredient functionality within formulationsProviding technical insight into powder behaviour, particle size, and product performanceSupporting first production trials and troubleshooting where requiredAssisting with flavour development and innovation projectsResponding confidently to customer technical queriesPreparing technical documentation and supporting customer presentationsAttending customer meetings and factory trialsContributing to market insight and identifying new product opportunitiesWorking closely with Compliance to ensure products meet customer and regulatory requirementsSupporting the NPD Manager with ongoing development projects

What We’re Looking For

Degree (or equivalent) in Food Science, Nutrition, or related disciplineExperience within NPD, R&D, or technical support in food or beverage manufacturingStrong analytical and problem-solving capabilityConfident communicator with the ability to liaise with customers and internal teams

This role would suit a Food Technologist, Development Technologist, or Technical Coordinator looking to step into a broader, customer-facing NPD position.

What’s On Offer

Salary up to £38,000 DOE1 day per week remote working (after 3-month probation)On-site EV chargingIncreasing holiday entitlement up to 36 daysAdditional week’s pay every August after 5 years’ serviceExcellent long-term career development within a growing business

If you’re looking to join a business that combines technical excellence with genuine career progression, I’d love to speak with you.

Apply today or contact me directly for a confidential discussion.