Process Technologist

Samworth Brothers

Process Technologist

Salary Not Specified

Samworth Brothers, Leicester

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 2 weeks ago, 15 May | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 9079b137ddef4397851a79578adfb70c

Full Job Description

We have the opportunity for you to join our team as a Process Technologist, having ownership of individual concept to launch projects to include; the planning and conducting of factory trials and communicating trial outcomes to the Concept to Launch team. Adhering to the customer critical path in line with customer Codes of Practices and the Samworth Brothers Launch Process, some of what you can expect to be doing includes:

  • Prepare documentation and liaise with manufacturing functions for the planning of trials

  • Conduct factory trials in conjunction with customer COP's, including the capturing of traceability and trial data to populate the product folder

  • Champion products from concept to launch and being the owner and contact for individual products

  • Organise post trial outputs to include; initiation of BOM's, completion of product specific documentation, organisation of samples for microbiological & chemical testing, customer samples and organoleptic testing

  • Organise post trial meetings, capturing actions and ensuring close out of actions

  • Assist and where necessary provide cover for the Senior Process Technologist on day to day management of projects

  • Maintain high technical and quality standards in line with the businesses policies and procedures

    We believe that success is built upon collaboration and diverse perspectives. At Samworth Brothers, we welcome candidates who are passionate about working together to achieve greatness. As a valued member of our team, you will bring the following skills and experience: -


  • Working knowledge of Food Manufacturing practices, ideally FMCG

  • Understanding of customer concept to launch protocols

  • Collaborative team worker and able to work on own initiative

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills at all levels

  • Good IT skills with experience of using MS Excel, Word, PP & Outlook

  • Strong organisational and planning skills

  • Flexible approach to working hours and business demands

  • Experience within chilled food manufacturing, ideally within a process or NPD function

  • Understanding of HACCP application and considerations


  • We also want you to thrive in an engaging and inclusive work culture where you will have the opportunity to take on personal accountability and take pride in your work. We encourage positive communication, and the building of strong collaborative relationships is essential to every role.

    Join the Samworth Brothers Team and become part of our dynamic family!

    At Samworth Brothers, we genuinely care about our colleagues and strive to create an engaging environment that values your unique contributions. We are committed to your success and offer a range of exceptional benefits that we believe supports your life and personal aspirations: -, Join us at Samworth Brothers, where you'll be more than just a team member - you'll be an integral part of our thriving family. Apply today and embark on an exciting journey with us!, We are a fourth-generation family business producing high quality own-label products for many of the UK's best-known retailers along with our own brands including Ginsters, Soreen, Higgidy, Dickinson & Morris and Walker & Son. We employ over 10,000 people in well-invested modern food manufacturing sites around the country.

    At Samworth Brothers we take pride in our family feel within our businesses and work together to make things happen. We can offer you the stability of a wider group as well as the opportunities that that offers if you wish to progress your career with us. We are family and we would like to invite you to be part of that and support our teams in delivering great products to all of our customers.

    Samworth Brothers do not engage with unlicensed gangmasters or third parties. Samworth Brothers will NEVER ask you for money in order to provide you with employment. If you are in any doubt, please contact an official Samworth Brothers representative.

  • Enhanced pension scheme

  • Private health scheme

  • Employee discount scheme

  • Experience annual pay reviews

  • Profit related pay

  • Unlock your potential through training and growth opportunities