Country/Region: GB
City: Haydock
Workplace: Onsite
We are looking for a Centre of Excellence Technician to join us on a 12 month fixed term contract to join our brilliant R&D team, reporting to the Centre of Excellence (CoE) Co‑ordinator. In this role, you will support the day‑to‑day activities within our Centre of Excellence, helping to deliver a high level of support to food and packaging designers and projects across the business.
We are currently based at our Dragon development hub located in Haydock where you will be based full time, giving you the opportunity to make a difference every day.
A Taste of What You’ll Be Doing
- CoE Operations: Playing an active role in maintaining, supporting, and developing the day‑to‑day running of the CoE facility.
- Project Collaboration: Working closely with Food and Packaging Designers across the CoE, plants, and global partners to support successful project delivery.
- Quality Management: Managing and continuously improving raw material and finished food controls.
- Systems Ownership: Owning and developing key control and development systems, including safety, training, food hygiene, maintenance, and 3D printing.
- Global Logistics: Coordinating with courier partners to ensure global shipping meets expectations.
- Project Readiness: Preparing ingredients and equipment to support project activity.
- Change Support: Supporting the move to Haydock and contributing ideas on new ways of working.
We’re Looking for Someone With
- Strong teamwork and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a wider team.
- The ability to build positive working relationships and develop partnerships that support teams both inside and outside the business.
- A basic understanding of food hygiene principles and material management.
- A self‑motivated approach, with the ability to take initiative and manage tasks independently.
- Basic computer skills, including experience using email, Microsoft Teams, Excel, and SAP.
If you join our team, you’ll be rewarded for the difference you make. Our comprehensive benefits offer you the support you need through your life events, big or small.
Get to Know Us
We’ve always been driven to unleash the full potential of our differentiated brands and our passionate people. Our iconic, world‑class brands at Kellanova include Pringles, Cheez‑It, Pop‑Tarts, MorningStar Farms, Special K, Krave, Zucaritas, Tresor, Crunchy Nut, among others.
Mars, Incorporated has acquired Kellanova in a transaction that brings together iconic brands, storied legacies and outstanding capabilities with a view to shape the future of snacking.
Kellanova is an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to provide an inclusive work environment, a seat for everyone at the table, and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status
Let’s shape the future of snacking.
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