Food Science Technologist
Gainsborough, Lincolnshire
Competitive Salary and Benefits including; Employee Assistance, Death in Service, Discounted Gym, Discretionary Bonus
Are you passionate about food science and packaging innovation? Do you want to play a key role in shaping the future of sustainable packaging while enhancing food quality and shelf life? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!
Due to internal promotion, our client is looking for a Food Science Technologist to join the Technical Team at their manufacturing facility in Gainsborough.
In this role, you will work at the cutting edge of food packaging, using science and technology to improve food safety, reduce waste and develop next-generation solutions for a range of food categories- from fresh produce to bakery and meats.
Key Tasks:
Conduct shelf-life trials, gas analysis and organoleptic testing to understand food-packaging interactions
Oversee laser and perforation trials, ensuring efficiency and reliability
Support customer projects by writing trial protocols, reports and managing data
Collaborate with customers, technical teams and production to create innovative, sustainable packaging solutions
Assist with training, presentations and external customer visits
Work with internal systems to maintain technical accuracy and complianceRequirements:
Qualified in Food Science, Biotechnology, Biology, or a similar related scientific field
Experience in a food science related role
Strong IT skills, including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint (Adobe Illustrator is a plus
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to customer sites
Analytical mindset, self-motivated and thrives in a fast-paced environment
Why Join?
Be part of a company committed to sustainability and innovation
Work with a collaborative team at the forefront of food packaging technology
Gain opportunities for career growth and development
If you're ready to make a real impact in food packaging, we'd love to hear from you!
Apply now and take your career to the next level.
At Morgan Ryder we can provide you with a full range of employment opportunities from short term and fixed term temporary vacancies to permanent positions.
We recruit for companies that operate in the following industries: Food and Drink Manufacturers, FMCG, Packaging, Engineering, Automotive, Aerospace, Warehousing, Logistics, Waste Management, Petro Chemical, Pharmaceutical, Power & Renewable Energy.
Please note that calls to and from the offices of Morgan Ryder Associates Ltd. may be monitored or recorded. This is to ensure compliance with regulatory procedures, record business transactions and for training purposes
