Senior Process Development Technologist

Company: MacGregor Black
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Location: Somerset
Job Description:

Senior Process Development Technologist

Are you an experienced NPD professional looking to lead product development from concept to factory floor?

Do you thrive working hands-on across bench, pilot and full-scale production trials?

Are you ready to take ownership of trials, customer relationships and product launches within a leading food manufacturer?

MacGregor Black are partnering with a Leading FMCG Business on the search for a Senior Process Development Technologist. This is a permanent role based in Somerset.

Key Responsibilities

  • Leading the NPD process from concept through to full-scale production.
  • Managing trial documentation and production planning.
  • Acting as NPD lead for customer trial attendance, building strong working relationships with customers.
  • Generating trial and launch reports, incorporating customer feedback into final specifications.
  • Coordinating product testing panels, including shelf-life testing, and documentation of results.

What are we looking for?

  • A food-related qualification with at least 3 years’ experience in a food manufacturing environment.
  • Strong project management skills, with the ability to prioritise and work to tight deadlines.
  • HACCP L2/3 qualified (or working towards).
  • Confident communicator, with good Excel and IT skills.

Please contact Fay Scott today for further information.

Posted: August 1st, 2026