2 Sisters Food Group, Carlisle
Full-time | Site-based
Highly Competitive Salary + Excellent Company Benefits Package
Are you an experienced Process or Technical professional in food manufacturing, ready to step into a senior role with real impact?
We’re looking for a Process Technologist to join our M&S-exclusive site in Carlisle – a rare opportunity to work with one of the UK’s most prestigious food retail brands.
The Role
You’ll join a close-knit and high-performing team of Process and Development Technologists. This role plays a vital part in the end-to-end development process – from concept to launch. It’s all about scaling recipes from kitchen bench to factory production line, ensuring food safety, and working with stakeholders across the site to deliver quality products at scale.
You’ll lead trials, manage paperwork, liaise with Ops, Tech, and Planning teams, and help steer junior technologists. It’s a fast-paced environment with lots of moving parts – so if you love spinning plates and pulling people together to get things done, you’ll thrive here.
What we’re looking for:
- Demonstrable experience in a process development role within food is essential
- A process or technical background, ideally from a factory setting
- A food-related degree or equivalent experience is highly advantageous
- A team player who can collaborate with a wide range of people – from shop floor to customer level
Why 2 Sisters Carlisle?
- It’s an M&S-only site – the quality bar is high, and the experience is a standout on any CV
- Just a short drive from the Lake District and only an hour from Edinburgh – a vibrant place to live and work
- Standard Office Hours (with some flexibility required when there are product launches)
What to expect from us:
- A supportive team culture – we’re friendly, driven, and proud of what we do
- A clear two-stage interview process with an opportunity to showcase your skills
- Career development and the chance to mentor junior technologists
Ready to take the next step in your food manufacturing career? Apply today to join one of the most respected teams in chilled food production.
