Senior innovations Technologist (Beverages)

United Kingdom

Full-time

Remote

Entry, Mid Level

ADM is a global leader in human and animal nutrition, committed to unlocking the power of nature for nutrition worldwide. They are seeking a highly organised and proactive Innovations Technologist to assist in the end-to-end product development and commercialisation process for products manufactured at their sites.

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Responsibilities

Work with Senior Innovations Technologist and/or NPD Manager on Customer Briefs to assisting in the preparation and dispatch of samples
Prepare samples in a hygienic and accurate manner
Prepare paperwork to accompany samples (Labels, Submission Sheets, Sample Advice Notes)
Enter recipes on FDL system
Work with NPD Manager/ Head of Lab to assess the suitability to assess new raw materials
Following the Lab Health and Safety procedures, use equipment in an appropriate manner
Understand relevant factory processes and attend factory trials and product launches
Assist with shelf-life trials to set microbiological and organoleptic standards
Support with visits from customers
Support the Innovation Team in projects as required

Qualification

Required

Highly organised and proactive Innovations Technologist
Ability to assist in the end-to-end product development and commercialisation process
Work with Senior Innovations Technologist and/or NPD Manager on Customer Briefs
Prepare samples in a hygienic and accurate manner
Prepare paperwork to accompany samples (Labels, Submission Sheets, Sample Advice Notes)
Enter recipes on FDL system
Work with NPD Manager/ Head of Lab to assess the suitability to assess new raw materials
Follow Lab Health and Safety procedures and use equipment in an appropriate manner
Understand relevant factory processes and attend factory trials and product launches
Assist with shelf-life trials to set microbiological and organoleptic standards
Support with visits from customers
Support the Innovation Team in projects as required
Positive attitude and willingness to learn
Excellent communication skills
Ability to handle multiple projects and work under pressure
Accuracy
Flexibility to travel to other sites, sometimes at short notice
Educated to degree level in Food Science or Technology or similar
Industry experience (including as part of a degree)
Knowledge of Food hygiene and HACCP