via indeed · 10 June 2026 ·3 days ago

NPD TECHNOLOGIST

FRAMPTONS LTD
Shepton Mallet Full-time
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Are you passionate about food innovation and ready to play a key role in bringing new products to market?

We are looking for a proactive and detail\-focused Development Technologist to join our NPD team and support the successful delivery of new and existing product development projects from concept through to launch.

Reporting to the NPD Manager, you will work across branded and own\-label projects, supporting sample development, product documentation, packaging and artwork approvals, and launch coordination. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast\-paced food manufacturing environment and wants to build a career in product development.

Hours of work:

Your normal working pattern will be as follows:

Monday – Friday \- 8\.30am to 5\.00pm with a 30 minute unpaid lunch break, equating to 40 hours per week.

Rate of pay: £27,976 per annum.

Key responsibilities include:

Quality assessments of product from Factory Trials and Launches

Support product development projects from concept to launch

Prepare and coordinate customer samples and submissions

Complete product documentation, specifications and approval paperwork accurately

Assist with artwork, packaging approvals, trials and launch activity

Work closely with NPD, Technical, Operations and Supply Chain teams

Ensure compliance with food safety, quality and customer requirements

What we’re looking for:

A qualification in Food Science, Nutrition or a related discipline

Experience in a food manufacturing or NPD environment

Strong organisation skills and the ability to manage deadlines

Excellent attention to detail and clear communication skills

A collaborative approach and confidence working across teams

Packaging development or legal labelling knowledge would be an advantage

Additionally, we offer:

Referral program
Enhanced annual leave
Life insurance – 2 times your annual salary
Free drinks vending – hot and cold drinks
Heavily subsidised food vending
Company pension
Volunteering days

Health \& wellbeing programme including virtual GP appointments
Employee discounts with major retailers
On\-site free parking

Enhanced Company sick pay

If you are organised, analytical and commercially aware, and you’re looking for your next opportunity in food product development, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now to join a collaborative NPD team and help deliver high\-quality products from concept to launch.

Please note that, due to the high number of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Candidates must already have, or be able to acquire, the right to work in the UK before accepting this position.

All applicants must hold the right to work in the UK prior to commencement of employment.

Pay: £27,976\.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Canteen

  • Casual dress

  • Company pension

  • Discounted or free food

  • Employee discount

  • Free parking

  • Life insurance

  • On\-site parking

  • Sick pay
Work Location: In person

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