RD&A Technician

About Kerry

Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.

About The Role

We are seeking an R&DA Technician for our Portbury, Bristol, location.

The snacks alternatives category represents a significant growth opportunity for Kerry.

The selected candidate will work in a lab environment and support the Snacks RD&A Team.

Key Responsibilities

• Accurate and methodic seasoning sample preparation
• Assist in the development of products from concept, trials and all the way through to launch
• Various types of Snack seasoning applications including topical and slurry application
• Liaise with cross-functional teams within the business to ensure everything is compliant, effective, and meeting the project expectations
• Raw material stock and availability management
• Base stock and availability management
• Manage and coordinate Analytical requests
• Manage and coordinate Sensory testing
• Perform functionality tests
• Project management
• General lab management
  
  

Qualifications And Skills

• 3rd level qualification desired but not essential
• Experience in a Food Manufacturing Environment Desirable but not essential
• A keen interest in food
• Competence navigating key R&D systems
• Project management skills
• Lab good practices
• Excellent communication skills
• Enthusiastic team player
• You will bring a high level of attention to detail and have excellent organisational skills