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Food Technologist
Job Posted: 2 months ago
Salary: £ 40,000 - 45,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Birmingham, West Midlands (County)
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Are you passionate about food quality, innovation, and making products that truly stand out? This is your chance to take ownership of product excellence in a fast-growing, purpose-driven food business.
We’re looking for a Food Technologist who can bridge the gap between creative product vision and commercial reality.
What you’ll be doing
You’ll play a central role in shaping and safeguarding our clients Dairy, Bakery and Proteins product range:
* Define excellence: Create and manage “gold standard” product and raw material specifications—covering taste, texture, appearance, and shelf life
* Own quality & compliance: Ensure all products meet UK food regulations (including allergen labelling and safety standards)
* Champion supplier quality: Approve, audit, and build strong relationships with suppliers and partners
* Drive continuous improvement: Use data and insights to reduce waste, improve shelf life, and elevate product quality
* Lead quality management: Oversee intake and production checks to ensure consistency with agreed benchmarks
* Support innovation: Collaborate with buying and marketing teams to develop sustainable, mission-led products
What you’ll bring
* Solid grounding in food production and safety (HACCP Level 3, Food Safety Level 3 minimum)
* Experience with supplier auditing and UK food standards
* Strong sensory evaluation skills and an eye for detail
* Ability to run shelf-life and microbiological assessments
* A data-driven mindset with a passion for continuous improvement
How you work
* You solve problems quickly without compromising quality or safety
* You communicate clearly and confidently across teams
* You’re curious, creative, and always looking for better ways to do things
* You understand the balance between innovation, cost, and long-term viability
Vital experience and qualifications
* Experience in fresh or short shelf-life food categories
* Knowledge of dairy, protein, or bakery sectors
* A degree in Food Science, Technology, or Nutrition
* Project management experience
What’s in it for you
* £40,000 – £45,000 salary
* Opportunity to expand your remit across products and suppliers
* Exposure to new product development and innovation
* A collaborative environment where your ideas shape the future of food
Role details
* Full-time, permanent
* Flexible location (hybrid working)
* Start ASAP
If you’re ready to take ownership of quality, influence product direction, and make a real impact in a growing food business—this role is for youBefore You Apply
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