pladis
biscuits and confectionery
ProductDevelopmentTechnologist
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“Product Development Technologist at pladis. Skills: Product Development, technical aspects of design projects, product options aligned with marketing briefs, planning, running, and reviewing development trials, producing draft product costs, estimating development budgets, tracking spend against targets, supporting project scheduling, resource planning, raising technical or project risks, maintaining accurate records, completing technical documentation/specifications, liaising with suppliers, co”
What You'll Achieve.
developing new concepts that align with brand strategy; responding to technical briefs from our marketing teams; deliver exciting, high-quality snacks that delight consumers everywhere
Industry & Context.
Creative approaches to problem solving
Right to work in the UK
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
University degree level qualification in Food Science/Technology, Creative approaches to problem solving, Basic understanding of health & safety requirements, understanding of food legislation, influencing and communication skills in English, Right to work in the UK
What You'll Do.
Own all technical aspects of small design projects
developing product options aligned with marketing briefs.
and review development trials from bench to full‑scale factory level
presenting samples and applying feedback.
Produce draft product costs
estimate development budgets
and track spend against targets with your line manager.
Support project scheduling
and raise any technical or project risks that may affect quality
Maintain accurate records
complete technical documentation/specifications
and liaise with suppliers in line with R&D/Procurement strategy.
Contribute to idea generation
uphold safe and lean development facilities
and actively progress personal development plans.
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
liaise with suppliers in line with R&D/Procurement strategy; work side by side to deliver exciting, high-quality snacks
Communication Scope
influencing and communication skills in English
Process & Methodology
Support project scheduling, resource planning, raise any technical or project risks that may affect quality, cost, or timelines
Full Job Description
Want to help us bring happiness to the world? Want to join an ambitious and fast growing global biscuits and confectionery business investing heavily in iconic global brands, infrastructure and people? Then this is the place for you. As proud bakers and chocolatiers and custodians of iconic global brands, we don’t compromise on the quality of ingredients in our products or on the people we hire. We are looking for entrepreneurial spirits who share our passion for bringing happiness to our consumers and who embody our Winning Traits. To succeed at pladis you need to be **purpose-led** , **resilient** and **positive** to succeed here because we expect pace and **agility** , we insist on **collaboration** and demand accountability. If that is your thing, then pladis offers global ambition, a clear Vision and roadmap for success, challenge, and unrivalled opportunities to learn and make an impact Click “Apply” to get started. Our High Wycombe site is the beating heart of innovation at pladis, a dynamic hub where creativity, science, and consumer insight come together to shape the future of snacking. Home to our Innovation, R&D, Regulatory, and Technical Insights teams, this site supports both pladis Global and UK&I, driving progress across our sweet and savoury portfolios. With a state-of-the-art pilot plant and a culture of collaboration, High Wycombe is our centre of excellence for research and development. From the first spark of an idea to the final product on shelf, our teams work side by side to deliver exciting, high-quality snacks that delight consumers everywhere. It’s a place where every voice matters, and every innovation is powered by the passion and expertise of our people. **What will this role achieve?** We’re excited to share a great opportunity for a Product Development Technologist to join our R&D team in High Wycombe. This role sits within our Sweet Biscuit team, working on some of our much‑loved brands. As a Product Development Technologist, you’ll w
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