Product Innovation Technologist (Fixed Term Contract)

What we’re looking for…

We’re looking for a Product Innovation Technologist to play a critical role in our Alcohol Team by helping bring our innovation plans to fruition, collaborating in new and existing product development projects and gaining exposure across the business right up to Managing Director level.

As our Product Innovation Technologist you will...

• Develop new and existing formulations with the NPD manager and organise sample tastings.
• Coordinate gold standard sampling, attend factory trials, and visit manufacturing sites.
• Review and update product and raw material specifications.
• Support technical projects, complete customer forms, and maintain customer databases.
• Track customer complaints with the Quality Manager and ensure high quality product standards.

What you’ll bring...

• A passion for innovation and willingness to learn.
• Minimum 1 year experience within an NPD department in the food manufacturing industry. Experience with beverages and alcoholic drinks is highly desirable.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced and entrepreneurial environment.
• Degree in Food Science or related discipline or equivalent technical experience.
• A good understanding of good manufacturing practices and food quality assurance systems. HACCP Level 2 highly desirable.

What we offer…

We believe in creating a diverse and inclusive culture where your voice can be heard. Our skilled, loyal and committed people are critical to the future success of AG Barr which is why we are continually investing in our employees to develop their talent.

We look after our employees by offering a competitive salary and benefits package which includes:

• Uncapped bonus linked to business performance
• Defined contribution Pension
• Up to 34 days holiday (depending on shift pattern)
• Flexible holiday trading
• Flexible cash pot to spend on benefits
• Healthcare Cash Plan
• Flexible benefits e.g. discounts & cashbacks, gym memberships, technology purchases etc
• Life assurance
• Save as you earn scheme
• Staff sales discount
• Free AG Barr products throughout your working day and staff sales
• Annual salary review
• Ongoing professional development and access to Learning and Development programmes and content

And much more!