195 Food Science jobs in the United Kingdom

Company Profile:   

A UK flexible packaging manufacturer who supplies packaging for household names, including products for all the main supermarket chains. They are now looking to recruit a Head of food Science and Technical

Title: Head of food Science and Technical

Salary: TBC

Purpose of job:

To provide site based technical leadership across the technical department and Food science laboratory.

This role will report directly to the Technical Director to lend support and ensure development of added value products via technical application and/or food science technology. This role will ensure that both departments under their leadership are aligned with the company strategy, lending technical support to site / other departments with a focus on continuous improvement, product development & enhancement, leading to increased productivity, sales growth, cost down initiatives and product development.

Key Accountabilities:

This role requires a strategic and hands-on approach which is vital to growth and improved profitability within the organization.

Direct Responsibility for the management, personal development, and leadership of the sites

Technical and food science departments.

Develop strong effective working relationships within the management team to ensure business/site objectives are being met by your departments.

Further develop existing team members to become a highly performing, multi-skilled team who can proactively support the company to achieve their objectives and meet our Horizon 2025 targets.

Work directly with the Technical Director to ensure all projects, actions, and tasks, including testing and developments trials, are progressing efficiently through the company.

Ensure all TRD/TRL trials are supported Technically, with reports produced to capture results/actions.

Become the first escalation point there for any site based technical queries or actions.

Ensure that all products bought, manufactured, and sold within the company are compliant with current EU and UK Food Contact & Food Safety legislation.

Conduct regular meetings with the team to ensure they are working against the latest compliance guidance.

Each year helps to build a RDEC TAX claim against any trials and developments across your departments.

Work closely with northwest Technical Manager to ensure both sites are aligned technically on both film development and site capabilities.

Interact with” external” technical team to monitor, support and drive all their projects and trials through the company, to minimize delays.

Monitor and ensure all monthly site-based reporting is submitted on time and in full.

Attend / support required meetings. Technical, Sales, Monthly Management meetings and Steer Co.

Proactively drive projects and trials through your team to ensure they receive the necessary focus, ensuring they achieve the results against set timelines.

Provide Technical support and leadership across other site-based departments when required, such as Procurement, Operations, QA, etc.

Produce a Monthly report for the technical director (based on Team reports into you) to update activity and progression within your team, this report will also be used to update site.

Ensure your teams project trackers, EQMS and monthly updates are kept up to date and capture all relevant information and data.

Support site with the creation of “right first time” packaging solutions to meet our customer / site requirements.

Drive a culture of safety and compliance across both Departments.

Interact with Field Tech services in regard to offering customer trial support or complaint investigation.

Assist QA with Technical based issues or customer complaints.

Conduct customer visits if requested to lend technical support.

Perform other duties not written above as prescribed by the Technical Director

Skills & Competences:

Must have 5 Years + of experience of managing a team or department of people.

Have excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.

Must have experience of Project management and development process.

Ideally a degree qualified in either management, Chemistry or a Science based discipline.

Able to create management reports and presentations that will update, track and inform.

Must be Computer literate and familiar with all major software programs.

Have a car license as some travelling across the company or customer sites may be required.

Experience gained within Packaging, Print and Conversion would be advantageous.

Personal attributes:

Self-motivated, high energy and have an air of Gravitas.

Be Flexible and adaptable and able to work in a fast-moving dynamic environment.

Have excellent problem solving and decision-making skills.

Ability to prioritise and manage timelines.

Ability to communicate across all different levels of people.

Able to work independently or as part of a wider team

Experience And Additional Requirements:

In addition, you should be able to demonstrate the following behaviours and skills: -

Customer-centric, easy to work with and flexible

Sharing information with all relevant parties (internal & external) to improve ways of working to deliver customer satisfaction.

Demonstrates a collective use of all communications tools/business systems to ensure that the tools in place are being utilised to benefit the business/customer.

Understands the market they trade in and the arena in which they compete to ensure that they retain a USP.

Takes an objective view on internal/external situations and looks for ways to improve the service.

Intensity & Speed

Commercially aware of how the role influences the commercial performance of the business.

Organises workload to ensure that they operate in the most efficient way.

Ability to meet deadlines under pressure whilst ensuring that they strive for efficiency.

Ability to follow systems and processes to deliver an efficient end result.

Proactively looks for better ways of doing things.

Empowerment & Accountability

Willingness to adapt to business requirements and takes the time to understand business change.

Expresses spoken and written ideas effectively in individual and group situations.

Proactive approach and not afraid to make decisions.

Ability to focus on and achieve personal and team objectives.

Contributes to the overall purpose of the team and take the times to understand the objectives

Demonstrate a good understanding of business purpose and direction.

Contributes ideas to develop and enhance the offer.

Not afraid to share knowledge to improve ways of working for all.

Relishes the challenge of change and encourages others to do the same and explains the benefits of change convincingly to their team, identifies any barriers to change and how to overcome them.

Demonstrates commitment and a passion to succeed

Passionate and enthusiastic commitment to shared goals and objectives.

Dedication and determination to the success of the team, business, and client

Commitment to training and development and making the team the team the best they can be.

Demonstrates has listened through their actions which are visible and understood by others.

Integrity & fairness always

Trust, appreciation, and respect of, and for, team members

Also ensuring and promoting equality and fairness, following the company policies regarding Dignity at Work.

Supporting an open and honest environment for discussion and feedback

Understands your and other role(s) within the team and company.

Contributes positively to team identity.

Builds and maintains team spirit and morale to ensure effective working relationships.

Encourages the mantra and treats people as they would want to be treated.

Safe Environment for everyone

Supports a safe working environment.

Encourages a greater awareness of safety by ensuring team are trained on safety.

Actively encourages team members to engage with other departments to assess safety through risk assessment and Area Safety Inspections

Balances the workload to ensure that specific areas of workload are addressed.

Additional benefits:

Pension: 6% EE, 3% ER

Annual Leave: 25 days, plus bank holidays (increasing by 1 day each January to a maximum of 28 days plus bank holidays)

Medicash scheme –our employees are covered for contributions towards, dental treatment, both accidental and routine, specialist diagnostic tests and scans, and even complimentary therapies. For a small monthly fee, you can also add your partner and children to the scheme.

Salary sacrifice Pension – Access to Salary sacrifice pension scheme or as above. Members of the pension scheme are also provided with the details of an independent financial advisor upon commencement of their employment should they wish to contact them at any time, in addition the independent financial advisors come to the site a few times a year to provide face to face advice for individuals.

Company sick pay scheme – Dependent on successful probation

Enhanced Maternity / Paternity pay – dependent on length of service

EAP Scheme – 24 / 7 counselling and advice on issues such as Financial, relationship issues, health issues etc.

Benefits Hub – employees have exclusive access to Benefit Hub’s discount marketplace which includes discount codes, cashback, money off and more.

Free parking onsite

Are you a junior or assistant buyer craving a step up in your career?

Do you love the buzz of new product development and want to bring your ideas to life?

We’re working with an innovative textiles business that supplies beautiful products to major UK retailers. They’re looking for someone creative, energetic and ready to get stuck into their role in NPD.

You’ll join a fast-paced, supportive team where your ideas matter, and your energy is valued. This is a hands-on role for someone who’s excited about product development, loves building relationships and wants to see their visions become a reality. If you’re ready to roll up your sleeves and dive into the world of product & buying, we want to hear from you!

What you’ll get

• Salary £28k - £30K (DOE)
li>Pension scheme
• Health cash plan
• Hybrid / flexible working options
• Birthday off!
• The chance to travel overseas

About You

• You’re passionate about products and always on the lookout for what’s new
• You’re confident talking to suppliers and negotiating deals
< i>Highly organised, detail-focused and love seeing projects through
• You’re curious, always asking questions and eager to learn
< i>You bring energy, positivity and aren’t afraid to get involved

About the role

< i>Supporting the buying team with sourcing and developing new products
• Building relationships with suppliers (UK and international)
• Helping negotiate prices and keeping products on budget
• Spotting trends and new opportunities
• Getting involved in range planning and product launches

About the company

• A business that’s doubled in recent years
< i>Supplier to the UK’s largest home textiles retailer < i>Clear scope for personal and professional development
• A business that values your ideas and gives you room to grow

Ready to step up? Call us today we’d love to talk to you! Or apply now.

• To complete allocated product development tasks and projects to agreed timetable
• To work to a weekly laboratory work plan for the product portfolio.
• To support Production with the transfer of a new product or a modified existing product from laboratory to production
• To support the Senior Product Development Chemists and Quality Manager with the investigation of customer and supplier complaints
• To gather, compile and interpret data in order to contribute to project reports

• Education to Degree level or above in chemistry (or equivalent)
• Some experience of working in a manufacturing business involved with 2 component polymer chemistry.
• Experience of working in a commercial laboratory including a range of testing techniques.

This is a vital support position within my clients growing Product Development team. Reporting to the Senior Product Development Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring projects run smoothly by managing administrative tasks, liaising with overseas mills, and keeping the development process on track. This role offers an excellent opportunity to grow in a creative, product-focused environment.

Client Details

A great opportunity for a Product Development Coordinator - Home Textiles to join a market leading textile business in the Cheshire area. They design and produce textiles for the bedroom, living room and outdoor textiles. They have a great reputation in the industry with a number of long service employees.

Description

Provide daily administrative support to the Product Development team.

Coordinate the full sample process: request, delivery tracking, photographing, assign PD codes, label and dispatch to customers for approval to ensure timelines are met.

Liaise with overseas mills to obtain costs, packaging specifications, documentation, and technical details, while evaluating product costings and performing cross-cost analyses.

Ensure all product documentation and specifications are complete, well-organised, and up to date.

Maintain and prepare the showroom for customer meetings.

Support the team during customer visits and product meetings.

Maintain and organise the product sample library, ensuring samples are properly stored, labelled, and filed for easy access and reference.

Assist in creating PowerPoint presentations for customer product selections and preparing supporting content for client communication.

Collaborate cross-functionally with the Design and the Product team to maintain workflow efficiency.

Conduct market and competitor research to help inform product development.

Profile

A successful Product Development Coordinator should have:

• Previous experience in product development or a related role within the retail industry.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of product life cycle management and market analysis.
• Ability to work collaboratively with suppliers and internal teams.
• Proficiency in using relevant software and tools for documentation and tracking.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Job Offer

• 25 days of holiday plus 8 bank holidays.
• Early finish on Fridays at 1:30 PM.
• Free parking and close proximity to transport links.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual to contribute to an innovative retail organisation in Warrington area.

Apply now to become part of a supportive and forward-thinking team.

Product Development Coordinator - Home Textiles

Product Development Coordinator - Home Textiles

Product Development Coordinator - Home Textiles

Shape the future of heavy engineering innovation as the Product Development Manager – lead global product development from Gloucester with international travel and top-tier benefits.

This is your chance to join a globally recognised engineering innovator supplying complex mechanical products to a worldwide customer base. With cutting-edge design, hands-on manufacturing and deep-rooted industry partnerships, this business values agility, precision and international collaboration. You'll be part of a forward-thinking leadership team driving next-generation product innovation.

• Salary from £50,000 to £5,000 , depending on experience

• Bonus scheme of 5,000 to 0,000 based on clear performance milestones

• 23 days holiday (TBC) plus bank holidays

• Private healthcare

• Company pension scheme

• International travel to China and Europe

• Ongoing training and development opportunities

• Progression to senior leadership roles

• Autonomy to shape product strategy and innovation

As Product Development Manager , you will be pivotal in leading product lifecycle strategy for a market-leading portfolio. This cross-functional leadership role will see you liaise directly with engineering, operations, sales, marketing, and the CEO. You’ll ensure products are commercially viable, fit-for-market, and manufactured profitably, especially within international supply chains. Key responsibilities include:

• Overseeing new product development and innovation (NPI)

• Conducting market research to identify product demand and customer pain points

• Collaborating with design and engineering teams to ensure product feasibility

• Working closely with suppliers—particularly in China—to ensure build quality, specification compliance and profitability

• Identifying and resolving issues around product quality, material performance (e.g. steel), and operational fit

• Championing the customer voice internally while aligning with commercial objectives

• Supporting the CEO and wider SLT with product strategy insights and implementation

To succeed as a Product Development Manager , you’ll bring a mix of engineering know-how, commercial acumen and leadership confidence. You could be a seasoned project or product manager—or a senior mechanical engineer ready to step up. We’re open to exceptional junior candidates with hands-on mechanical experience and a commercial mindset.

You will need:

• Experience in mechanical or product engineering (pneumatics/hydraulics)

• Previous exposure to project management and/or design environments

• Commercial awareness with ability to assess product profitability and customer needs

• Confidence liaising with international teams, particularly in Asia

• Full eligibility and flexibility to travel globally

• Experience in sectors such as construction plant, utilities, drilling, agricultural equipment, or heavy machinery is ideal

Product Development Manager, Mechanical Engineering Manager, Product development manager, Project Manager, Design Engineer, R&D Manager, NPI Manager, Manufacturing Engineer, Commercial Engineer, Senior Mechanical Engineer, Technical Product Manager

Apply today to learn more about this exciting international leadership opportunity. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.

COMPANY DESCRIPTION, PROFILE AND SCOPE OF ROLE

Our client is a world class, global, award winning, established and growing manufacturing business, with strong and sustained investment in people, capital and plant.

Working onsite, and with experience gained in a similar role, the successful candidate will be creative, motivated and dynamic. Working as part of an established and highly professional team within a fast-paced environment, you will be responsible for developing suitable technical solutions from initial brief, through product design specification, design and development, test and validation with the focus on suitable and sustainable manufacturing.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Producing new and creative product/material/application ideas, approaches, insights, and designs, which profitable, innovative, and anticipate customer needs
• Preparing and reviewing FMEA and PPAP plans to ensure the Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP2) requirements are met and timelines are achieved
• Conducting feasibility studies with appropriate tools e.g. FEA and recommending design or material improvements
• Selecting appropriate manufacturing methods for new products/materials to ensure the start of series production (SOP) meeting both customer and company objectives; provides in-life technical support and management of any product reliability and quality queries.
• Using analysis to identify and implement engineering methodologies that meet design intent and product performance expectations
• Inputting and analysing numerical data. identifying patterns and relationships to identify and implement engineering methodologies that meet design intent and product performance expectations
• Due to the nature of the business and here will be a need to travel overseas on occasion as per the needs of the business.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES

• Preferably BEng qualified within mechanical engineering, OR Industrial design / Materials Science (with hands on product development / design experience.
• Product design experience (Product design involving plastic/rubber/composites and compression, injection or injection transfer moulding experience would be advantageous)
• Experience of working in cross-discipline teams
• Experience of working within a high-volume manufacturing environment, ideally automotive
• Advantageous to be experienced in prototype/product testing and benchmarking, project and budgetary management, IP, contract review, product liability/warranty processes, and VA/VE, Lean, and Kaizen tools.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to persuade, influence and, when appropriate, challenge with tact and diplomacy

Details of Package:

Salary 44,000 to 49,000PA + Competitive Benefits inc. Generous paid holidays, and Flexible working. Dayshift / Site Based with some flexible working around daily core hours.

Are you a passionate Product Developer with a background in the food manufacturing industry?

Are you keen to learn and develop great tasting products?

If you answered yes to both of those questions. What are you waiting for! Apply for this role.

Essential Duties:

• Running product factory trials
• Supporting development chefs
• Presenting recipe samples to Commercial and Marketing teams
• Bringing creativity and ideas to development sessions

The Business:

• Champions for natural food on a mission to revolutionise the way people eat.
• Forward thinking advocates for sustainability
• "on the pulse" attitude to food innovation

Required qualifications and expereience:

• Full valid UK driving licence
• A fantastic attitude to learning and development

Want to know more? Apply now!

For an informal chat about the role in more detail give me a call on (phone number removed) or email me - (url removed)

Product Development Engineer
40,000 - 50,000 + Profit Share + One day WFH + 25 Days Holiday + Support with Training and Development.
Luton (Commutable from: Milton Keynes, Hemel Hempstead, Stevenage, St Albans, Watford)

Are you a Product Engineer with an electrical or electronics background looking to take ownership of development projects and grow into a senior role?

This is a great opportunity to join a long-established business offering varied technical work, exposure to overseas manufacturing, and potential long-term progression.

The company is a well-respected name in its field with decades of experience designing and supplying specialist electrical products. With a UK team and global partners, they're growing steadily and offer strong job security, autonomy, and support for development.

You'll lead projects from concept through to compliance and delivery, working closely with international partners and internal teams. There's flexibility for training, external qualifications, and an emphasis on promoting from within.

This role would suit a hands-on engineer with experience in product development and a good understanding of electrical/electronic products, looking for career growth in a stable and supportive environment.

The Role:

• End-to-End Product Development.
• Global Collaboration - liaise with international manufacturing partners.
• Progression & Training

The candidate:

• Engineering Background - Degree or equivalent in engineering with an electrical or electronics focus.
• Knowledge of electrical products and manufacturing processes.
• Problem Solver & Collaborator - Able to work independently, communicate with overseas teams, and translate ideas into practical product solutions.

Reference Number: BBBH(phone number removed)
To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Sagar Sherchan at Rise Technical Recruitment.
Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

• Lead design, development, and improvement of high-performance mechanical products
• Manage projects from concept to production, including CAD, BOMs, testing, and supplier collaboration
• Optimise cost, quality, and functionality through redesign, analysis, and root cause problem-solving
• Provide engineering support for custom designs, production, and technical sales

• 3D CAD proficiency (PTC Creo ideal)
• Strong knowledge of DFM, FMEA, and root cause analysis
• Hands-on mechanical design, assembly, or machining experience
• HNC/D or degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent)

• Key role with real product ownership
• Work across design, engineering, and quality functions
• Supportive team, flexible work approach, and industry-leading projects