Materials science Work, Jobs in Leeds, Eng (with Salaries)

Food Technologist (Dairy & Cheese)
Emerald Cheese Ltd —Bradford
- £24,420.00 - £43,504.25 a year
- Part-time
- Microsoft Office
- Analysis skills
- Free parking
- Employee discount
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Quality Control Chemical Technician
Yara —York
- Laboratory experience
- Quality control
- Human resources
QC Project Analyst
Dechra Pharmaceuticals PLC —Skipton
- £32,000 - £37,000 a year
- Monday to Friday
- Bachelor's degree
- Organisational skills
- Communication skills
- Free parking
- Annual leave
Apprentice Laboratory Technician (3 Year Fixed Term Contract)
Mitsubishi Power EMEA —Leeds
- Full-time
- Laboratory experience
- English
- Microsoft Office
Quick apply
Science Technician
St. Aidan's C of E High School —Harrogate
- From £10,795 a year
- Part-time
- In-person
- School
- Free parking
Quick apply
5d
Documentation Officer (12-month FTC)
Science Museum Group —Bradford
- £27,052 a year
- Full-time
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
4d
Data Engineer Apprentice
QA Apprenticeships —York
- £18,000 - £20,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Annual leave
Laboratory Technician Apprenticeship
Skills 4 Group —Castleford
- Microsoft Access
- Laboratory experience
- Organisational skills
Production Technician - Higher Level Education & Training
Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust —Leeds
- £32,073 - £39,043 a year
- Full-time
- Communication skills
- Teaching
3d
Research Officer in environmental TEM
University of York —University of York
- £46,049 - £56,535 a year
- Full-time
- Doctoral degree
- Data analysis skills
- Master's degree
5d
CRA2 - Multi-Sponsor Department
IQVIA —Leeds
- Full-time
- Remote
- No degree
- Work from home
Product Development Technologist
Greencore Group —Selby
- Full-time
- Analysis skills
- Driving
- Travel
- Employee discount
- Life insurance
Microbiology Section Analyst
Nestlé —York
- £26,000 - £28,000 a year
- Full-time
- Laboratory experience
Clinical Research Coordinator - York
IQVIA —York
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Access
Materials Planner
Syngenta Crop Protection —Huddersfield
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Communication skills
- Time management
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
Quick apply
Dental Sales Representative
IQVIA —York
- Full-time
- Sales
- Business development
- Driving
- Employee discount
- Gym membership
Technical Processing Engineer/ Chemist
Divisional Technical Processing —Sherburn in Elmet
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
Quick apply
Test Technician/ Test Specialist
Vita Data Sciences —Leeds
- Full-time
- Engineering
- English
- Master's degree
Managing Scientist - Food
Exponent Inc. —Harrogate
- Full-time
- Remote
- Doctoral degree
- Bachelor's degree
- In-person
Postdoctoral Research Associate (Assyriology)
University of York —York
- £37,694 - £42,254 a year
- Full-time
- Doctoral degree
- English
- University
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Food Technologist (Dairy & Cheese)

Emerald Cheese Ltd
Bradford

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Job details

Part-time | Graduate | Temp to perm | Full-time | Fixed term contract
£24,420.00 - £43,504.25 a year

Benefits

Free parking
Casual dress
UK visa sponsorship
Employee discount
On-site parking

Qualifications

Microsoft Office
Analysis skills
Quality assurance
HACCP
Food industry
Root cause analysis
Document management systems
Food safety

Full job description

Emerald Cheese is seeking a knowledgeable and proactive Food Technologist to join our Technical team. This role is central to ensuring the consistent production of high-quality cheese products that meet customer specifications, food safety standards, and regulatory requirements.

Working closely with Production, Quality, NPD, and Commercial teams, you will support cheese manufacturing processes, product development, quality assurance, and continuous improvement initiatives. The successful candidate will have a passion for dairy products, strong technical knowledge, and a commitment to delivering excellence in food quality and safety.

Key Responsibilities Product Quality & Technical Support

Monitor the quality of cheese products throughout the manufacturing process, ensuring compliance with product specifications.
Evaluate raw materials, cultures, ingredients, and packaging to ensure suitability and quality.
Carry out product assessments, including texture, moisture, flavour, appearance, weight, pH, salt, and other quality parameters.
Investigate product quality issues and implement effective corrective and preventative actions (CAPA).
Support the optimisation of cheese-making processes to improve consistency, yield, and product quality.

Food Safety & Compliance

Support the implementation and maintenance of the site's Food Safety and Quality Management Systems.
Ensure compliance with HACCP, BRCGS, customer standards, and UK food legislation.
Assist with internal, customer, and third-party audits.
Monitor hygiene standards, allergen controls, traceability, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
Review technical documentation to ensure compliance with legal and customer requirements.

Product Development & Innovation

Support the development and improvement of cheese products from concept through to commercial production.
Coordinate factory trials, product evaluations, and shelf-life studies.
Work with suppliers to assess new ingredients, cultures, and packaging solutions.
Monitor industry trends and customer requirements to identify opportunities for innovation.

Production & Continuous Improvement

Work closely with Production to resolve technical issues affecting cheese quality or manufacturing efficiency.
Analyse production data and recommend improvements to enhance product consistency, yield, and waste reduction.
Assist in validating new processes, equipment, and product changes.
Support continuous improvement projects across the Technical and Production departments.

Documentation & Reporting

Maintain accurate technical records, product specifications, testing results, and quality documentation.
Complete customer questionnaires, technical reports, and specification updates.
Analyse quality trends and communicate findings to the Technical Manager and Production teams.
Ensure all documentation is maintained in accordance with company procedures and customer requirements.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Compliance with product specifications and customer requirements.
Reduction in quality defects, customer complaints, and product waste.
Successful audit outcomes and food safety compliance.
Delivery of product development projects and factory trials.
Product consistency, manufacturing yield, and process improvements.
Accuracy and completion of technical documentation.

Qualifications & Experience

Degree (or equivalent) in Food Science, Food Technology, Dairy Technology, or a related discipline.
Experience within a dairy or cheese manufacturing environment is highly desirable.
Sound knowledge of cheese production processes and food manufacturing principles.
Understanding of HACCP, BRCGS, GMP, food legislation, and quality management systems.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and organisational abilities.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and technical documentation systems.

Core Competencies

Dairy & Cheese Technology
Food Safety & Quality Management
HACCP & BRCGS Compliance
Product Development
Root Cause Analysis
Continuous Improvement
Attention to Detail
Technical Problem Solving
Communication & Teamwork
Planning & Organisation

Working Relationships

The Food Technologist will work closely with the Technical Manager, Production, Quality Assurance, Engineering, Procurement, Commercial, and New Product Development teams, as well as suppliers and customers where required, to ensure Emerald Cheese consistently delivers safe, high-quality cheese products that meet customer expectations.

Success in This Role

Success in this role will be demonstrated by maintaining the highest standards of cheese quality, supporting efficient manufacturing processes, ensuring compliance with food safety and customer requirements, reducing waste and quality issues, and contributing to the successful development and continuous improvement of Emerald Cheese's product range.

Pay: £24,420.00-£43,504.25 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress
Employee discount
Free parking
On-site parking
UK visa sponsorship

Work Location: In person

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