AddressProduct Development Technologist Apprentice
Degree Level 6 Apprenticeship
Based in Worksop
Be part of the R&D Team based in Worksop playing a key part in the development of our branded products like Sharwood’s, Loyd Grossman, Batchelor’s, Bisto and Paxo. Be part of a team in charge of developing and launching new products keeping a close eye of food safety and consumer insights. This could be developing the production process, ingredient specifications, packaging information, product life and the quality & safety of food at all stages of production.
- Support pilot plant trials and factory trials with operations, process and site technical teams at our manufacturing sites.
- Support generation of document control and process relating to project.
- Monitor current trends and consumer food behaviours.
- To work with the Sensory team to evaluate product performance and further consumer and sensory understanding of category.
- Understand the ingredients relating to specific products and work with suppliers.
In addition to this you will have the opportunity to study towards a BSc degree apprenticeship in Food Industry Technical Professional. This work-based 3-year programme is designed to provide the essential knowledge, understanding, skills and experience required to operate effectively and successfully in a Product Technologist role.
What we need from you:
- 3 A-Levels or equivalent (preference for A-Levels in Science, Maths, Food Science subjects)
- GCSE (or equivalent) in Maths & English language at grade C/4 or above
- Interest in food and product design
- Good communication skills
- Ability to work on their own or as part of a team
- High level of IT literacy (good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel)
- Ability to develop and build relationships with key internal and external customers
- High standard of mathematical skills · Good attention to detail & problem-solving skills ·Follows logical and disciplined thought processes
- The role will include some travel to other sites (to be agreed) as part of understanding working practices within the company
- A passion for learning with strong ambition to reach your full potential
- Be committed to complete the apprenticeship programme
Future Prospects
We will provide you with future learning and career development opportunities to reach your full potential.
Things to consider
We will pay you a competitive starting salary for the real job that you are joining us for and we will also pay all costs for University block-release study at Sheffield Hallam University.
What we offer you in return:
- Fully funded apprenticeship programme
- Starting salary of £19,000 per year (annual incremental salary reviews subject to academic achievement)
- In-work mentorship to support academic achievements
- Access to the Hamper – discounts scheme across a variety of nationwide retailers and entertainment; hospitality and days out
- A contributory pension scheme with the Employer contribution up to 7.5%
- Cycle to work scheme
- On-site free parking
About the employer
Address
Premier Foods R&D Centre, Claylands Avenue, Worksop, Notts, S81 7AY
Training
Training provider
- SHEFFIELD HALLAM UNIVERSITY
- BSc (Hons) Professional Practice in Food Technology
You’ll be supported through a 3-year learning programme with the University, working towards your level 6 Food Industry Technical Professional Degree Apprenticeship.
Over the 3 years, you’ll cover a variety of modules, from food innovation management to food nutrition and chemistry. This will all be underpinned by work-based learning projects and on the job training.
Apprenticeship standard
Food Industry Technical Professional
Level 6 (Degree with honours)
A great British food company
Premier Foods is one of Britain’s biggest listed food companies, employing over 4,000 colleagues at 15 manufacturing sites and offices up and down the country.
Many of our brands have been part of UK life for more than a century and you’ll find them in 94% of British households.
At Premier foods we believe in inclusion, authenticity and individuality. We aim to ensure all existing and future colleagues are given equitable opportunities and are respected, valued and encouraged to bring their true authentic selves to work no matter who they are, what they look like, who they love or what they believe in. Our culture is one where everyone is welcome.
