Ingredient Change Technologist

Job Title Ingredient Change Technologist

Location Ashford, TN24 0LU

Job Type Permanent, Full Time, Monday - Friday with flexibility

What You’ll Be Doing:

As our Ingredient Change Technologist, you will play a critical role in identifying and delivering ingredient-related cost-saving projects that align with financial targets. You’ll lead from idea generation through to execution, ensuring all ingredient changes are compliant, approved, and seamlessly integrated into production.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Generating and delivering cost-saving ideas through the Business Improvement Process
• Carry out ingredient and specification evaluations, trials, and approvals
• Leading batching and filling trials, ensuring regulatory and technical compliance
• Acting as the owner of the Product Change Data System
• Collaborating with Procurement, R&D, Marketing, and internal teams to approve and implement changes
• Supporting production planning for smooth ingredient changeovers
• Maintaining the development kitchen and assisting in material supply resolutions
  
  
  

Who We’re Looking For:

You’re analytical, organised, and passionate about quality and food. You thrive in a hands-on environment where no two days are the same and are motivated by making tangible improvements.

Essential skills & experience:

• Strong ingredient knowledge and understanding of food regulations
• Food application/manufacturing experience (minimum 3 years)
• Level 2 Food Safety Certificate & basic HACCP knowledge
• Good level of Microsoft Office
• Excellent communication, planning and organisational skills
• Ability to assess and interpret product test data
• Proven ability to work cross-functionally and influence change
  
  
  

Desirable:

• Degree in Food Science/Technology or a related discipline
• Knowledge of BRC and Quality Management Systems
• Internal auditing and project management experience
  
  
  

Working Environment:

This role is based onsite, with a blend of office, production, and warehouse work. You must be able to work full days, manage physical tasks in production settings, and engage effectively with cross-functional teams

The Benefits And Perks...

• 25 days holiday and holiday purchase scheme up 10 additional days
• Contributory pension scheme up to 7.5% employer contribution
• Employee Assistance Programme, OH, Sharesave Scheme
• Cycle to work
• Discounted Company Shop onsite
• Online discounts with hundreds of retailers
  
  
  

The Next Step...

To apply, upload your CV and cover letter to our website