Process Technologist in Colchester

Bulk™ is on an incredible journey, with a mission to move the business from a manufacturing‑led retailer to a destination brand for active nutrition. We are shaking up the sports nutrition industry through disruptive marketing campaigns that help people think differently about our brand – and we want you to be a part of it!

As our Process Technologist at Bulk™, you’ll play a key role in turning innovative product concepts into scalable, commercially successful realities. Sitting at the heart of product delivery, you’ll ensure both new and existing products are manufactured safely, consistently, and efficiently across our production network.

Working cross‑functionally with Innovation, Technical, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain teams, you’ll lead the optimisation of processes from trial through to launch. You’ll drive continuous improvement, support robust product rollouts, and help ensure every product consistently meets the high standards our customers expect.

WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING?

• Product Development
  • Act as the technical link between Innovation and Manufacturing during NPD/EPD projects.
  • Translate formulation and product briefs into scalable and efficient manufacturing processes.
  • Assess process feasibility, identify risks, and recommend modifications before factory trials.
  • Lead and document production trials, ensuring successful scale‑up from pilot to full commercial run.
  • Ensure all necessary process parameters, equipment settings, and SOP updates are created and approved.
• Process Development & Optimisation
  • Analyse current processes, identify inefficiencies, and introduce improvements to maximise yield, quality, and throughput.
  • Support automation, machinery upgrades, and new technology integration projects.
  • Develop and validate process controls, critical control points (CCPs), and quality parameters.
  • Perform root‑cause analysis for process deviations and implement corrective/preventive actions (CAPAs).
• Technical Support & Problem Solving
  • Provide hands‑on support to manufacturing teams when issues arise with mixing, blending, encapsulation, tabletting, sachet filling, or other processes relevant to sports nutrition production.
  • Troubleshoot equipment, material flow, texture/consistency issues, and in‑process quality failures.
  • Work with Supplier Technical on raw material behaviour, processing characteristics, and technical specifications.
• Documentation & Compliance
  • Produce and maintain detailed manufacturing instructions, batch documentation, and process validation records.
  • Ensure all processes meet regulatory and certification requirements for UK & EU markets (e.g., HACCP, GMP, BRC, ISO, FSMS).
  • Support Technical team with risk assessments, change controls, and specification updates.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration
  • Working closely with Innovation: ensuring feasibility, manufacturability, and stability of new product ideas.
  • Technical/Quality: ensuring all processes are safe, compliant, and meet product quality standards.
  • Manufacturing/Operations: supporting day‑to‑day production, continuous improvement, and training.
  • Supplier Technical/Supply Chain: ensuring raw materials and packaging meet processing requirements.
  • Act as a technical ambassador to help drive right‑first‑time production and strong commercial execution.

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

• Ideally, you’ll already have a few years of experience as a Process Technologist within a food, beverage, FMCG, nutraceutical, or sports nutrition manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of processing equipment (mixers, blenders, fillers etc.).
• Understanding of HACCP, GMP, food safety requirements, and quality systems.
• Proven experience in process optimisation, scale‑up, or continuous improvement.
• Excellent problem‑solving ability with a hands‑on, practical approach.
• Ability to interpret technical data, production results, and analytical reports.
• Strong communication skills to liaise effectively across departments and with external partners.

ADDED BONUS

• Experience specifically in sports nutrition manufacturing or powdered/blended products.
• Familiarity with stage‑gate innovation processes.
• Competency in LEAN, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.

WHAT ARE THE GAINS?

• A day off to celebrate your Birthday
• 60% discount on all Bulk™ products
• Life Assurance
• A day off for Volunteering (optional)
• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity leave

Location: Colchester

Bulk™ is a place where employees have a voice fundamental to our success as a business. Building a diverse and inclusive team enables us to reach and connect with our global customers, from developing delicious recipes to how our brand is built and perceived. Regardless of age, disability, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, education, neurodiversity or any protected characteristic, if you are a passionate risk‑taker and eager to make a difference in sports nutrition, we want to hear from you. We know that a CV doesn’t begin to scratch the surface, and that the things that make you who you are could be a real game‑changer for us. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer.