Overview

Junior Development Technologist – Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear

  • This is a full-time role, however flexibility in this will be considered
  • We know that having a work-life balance is important, so we offer our colleagues as much flexibility as possible in line with the needs of their role
  • The base location for this role is Greggs, Balliol Park, Newcastle Upon Tyne

Main Responsibilities

You’ll be responsible for supporting the development of new products while continuously improving existing ranges. This includes reviewing and refining formulations across in-house technology platforms to enhance product quality, efficiency, and consistency. You will also assess ingredients to identify suitable alternatives where supply risks exist, or ingredients are no longer available.

A key focus of this role, alongside NPD, is EPD, supporting product quality improvements, ingredient functionality changes, and overall product enhancements. You will also conduct packaging assessments to optimise product quality and extend shelf life from both bakery and retail perspectives, as well as support product taste panels.

Alongside this, you’ll contribute to developing innovative in-house product concepts that can be effectively translated onto our existing technology platforms, supporting future growth opportunities.

You will also:

  • Generate product specifications, costings, and nutritional calculations for new concepts and product changes
  • Support, organise and manage relevant product benchmarking sessions
  • Support the reformulation of existing products to improve margin while maintaining or enhancing quality, shelf life, and operational efficiency
  • Work collaboratively within the PLM process to deliver products from concept through to launch

Ideal Candidate

We’re looking for someone who is enthusiastic, creative, and ready to develop their career in food innovation. You’ll thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy working both independently and as part of a team.

You will fit right into Greggs as Junior Food Development Technologist if:

  • You have a Degree in Food Science obtained within the last 2 years along with a placement year in product development which is beneficial but not essential, or 2 years’ experience in food product development
  • You are enthusiastic, innovative and creative with a flair for developing new and exciting products
  • You are fully conversant with all MS packages
  • You have an understanding of the PLM process (concept to launch)
  • You can multitask and meet challenging deadlines
  • You have excellent verbal, written communication & presentation skills
  • You can work in line with company values
  • You have strong interpersonal skills
  • You will be a strong team player and be able to build relationships at all levels.
  • You will have strong organisational skills
  • You will be self-motivated and able to work under pressure and use your own initiative

 

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