R&D Product Technologist

Overview

Join Puratos as an R&D Product Technologist based in Buckingham. You will develop products from concept to launch, including recipe formulation and factory scale up trials, to deliver successful customer launches. You will combine creative product development with methodical processes and a strong desire to learn and succeed.

Shift: Monday to Friday, core hours 08:30 – 17:00

Salary: Up to £38,000

Join the Magic

Our Mission

At Puratos, we create innovative food solutions for the health and well-being of people everywhere. As the global leader in bakery, patisserie and chocolate ingredients, we help customers succeed by turning technologies and experiences from food cultures around the world into new opportunities.

We are more than 10,000 employees in over 70 countries with a consolidated turnover of 3.1 billion euros (in 2023). Our passion for innovation, pioneering spirit and Puratos culture drive our growth and vision. This, along with our commitment to local communities, is what makes working at Puratos magical.

Your Mission

The role plays a key part on the Buckingham site and is responsible for developing products from concept to launch, involving recipe formulation and factory scale up trials to deliver successful customer launches. The R&D technologist should have a keen interest in the food industry and be passionate about product development. Creative yet methodical with a strong desire to learn and succeed.

What you will do

New product development and innovations:

• Creating product formulations based on customer briefs.
• Designing and making products and concepts with precision and repeatability.
• Producing lab samples & prototypes for customer trialing.
• Testing products in finished good applications.
• Scaling up products from lab and pilot plant to full scale production.
• Shelf-life testing and validation of products.
• Providing support to the factory on product launches and improvement initiatives.
• Facilitate post-launch reviews.
• Project management and maintenance for customer accounts with Key Account Manager support.
• Proactive, professional, and confident communications with our teams and customers.
• Technical Point of Contact (TPOC) for specified customer accounts.

Build and share knowledge and experience:

• Accurate record keeping, ensuring full traceability of process.
• Collaborate with site teams including Technical, Production and Quality with clear and proactive communication and problem solving.

Support R&D Team:

• Covering for the R&D Manager when required.
• Be a team player who can work well cross-functionally.
• Mentoring new team members.

What we expect from you

• Have prior experience (minimum 3 years) within food manufacturing or another relevant production environment/industry.
• Be methodical and rigorous with high attention to detail.
• Skilled at building collaborative relationships internally and externally.
• Highly organised, able to multi-task and prioritise effectively.
• Be a confident user of computers and technology.
• Be able to travel in the UK and occasionally abroad (10% on average).
• Be open to flexible working hours.

What you can expect from Puratos

We are a warm family company with a historical growth track record and a clear long-term vision for the future. We promote a caring, trustful and respectful work environment by putting people first. We embrace diversity and equal opportunities for all.

The benefits with this role include:

Competitive Salary – up to £38,000, reviewed annually.

Annual Bonus Scheme – 5% standard, up to 10%.

Generous Pension Plan – Up to 7.5% employer contributions.

Private Medical Insurance – BUPA single cover fully paid, with options to add family members.

Up to 5 Weeks Annual Leave – Plus the option to buy or sell additional days.

Enhanced Company Sick Pay – Health matters.

Learning & Development – 5 learning days per year target.

Wellbeing Matters – Access to wellbeing initiatives.

Life Assurance – 2x salary plus a spouse pension.

Income Protection – Financial support when needed.

Loyal Service Awards – Milestone celebrations.

Employee Assistance Program – Confidential support for life’s challenges.

Refer a Friend Scheme – Earn £500 for successful referrals.

High Street Discounts – Perkbox discounts.

Monthly ‘Magic Star’ Awards – £50 vouchers for going above and beyond.

Cycle to Work Scheme – Save money and stay healthy.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you’re excited about helping others grow and want to be part of something magical, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and help us shape the future at Puratos.

Please note that we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.

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