Food Science Jobs at Puratos
Puratos is hiring a R&D Product Technologist for its Buckingham site in the United Kingdom. This is a full-time, permanent role. The Food Science Jobs at Puratos are ideal for experienced food R&D professionals who are passionate about product development, innovation, and customer-focused solutions. The role plays a key part in developing bakery, patisserie, and chocolate products from concept to commercial launch while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams and customers.
Job Details:
- Job Title: R&D Product Technologist
- Functional Area: Research & Development (R&D)
- Location: Buckingham, United Kingdom
- Employment Type: Permanent, Full Time
- Working Hours: Monday to Friday (08:30 – 17:00 core hours)
- Salary: Up to £38,000 per annum
- Req ID: 35044
About the Company:
Puratos is a global leader in bakery, patisserie, and chocolate ingredients, delivering innovative food solutions focused on health, well-being, and sustainability. With more than 10,000 employees across 70+ countries and a turnover of over €3 billion, Puratos combines global expertise with local insights. The company is known for its strong culture, commitment to innovation, and people-first values, making it a truly rewarding place to build a long-term career.
Educational Requirements for the Product Technologist Role:
- Degree or equivalent qualification in Food Science, Food Technology, Product Development, or a related discipline
- Food Hygiene & HACCP Level 3 certification required
Key Responsibilities:
- In the Product Technologist Role, you should develop new products from concept to commercial launch
- Create product formulations based on customer briefs
- Design, prepare, and test lab samples and prototypes
- Conduct finished product application testing in the Food Science Jobs.
- Scale up products from lab and pilot plant to full-scale production
- Perform shelf-life testing and product validation
- Support factory teams during product launches and improvement initiatives
- Facilitate post-launch product reviews
- Act as Technical Point of Contact (TPOC) for assigned customer accounts
- Manage customer projects with Key Account Manager support in this Product Technologist Role.
- Maintain accurate documentation, ensuring full process traceability
- Collaborate with Technical, Production, Quality, and cross-functional teams
- As a Product Technologist, you should support and mentor team members and cover for the R&D Manager when required
Skills Required:
- Strong knowledge of food product development and formulation
- Experience in food manufacturing or related production environments
- Excellent project management and organisational skills
- Close attention to detail with a methodical approach
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to work cross-functionally in collaborative environments
- Proficiency with computers and digital tools
- Willingness to travel within the UK and occasionally internationally
- Flexibility with working hours when required
Benefits of the Food Science Jobs:
- Competitive salary up to £38,000, reviewed annually
- Annual bonus scheme (5% standard, up to 10% stretch)
- Generous pension plan with up to 7.5% employer contribution
- Private medical insurance (BUPA single cover)
- Up to 5 weeks of annual leave with buy/sell options
- Enhanced company sick pay
- Structured learning & development programs
- Well-being initiatives and employee assistance program
- Life assurance and income protection benefits
- Employee referral bonus (£500 per successful referral)
- High street discounts via Perkbox
- Monthly recognition awards and cycle-to-work scheme
