Zest is recruiting a Process Technologist to join a fast-paced, innovation-led food manufacturing business, acting as the vital link between the product development team and the production line. You''ll take new products from concept through to launch, making sure every scale-up hits the technical and quality mark, while constantly looking for smarter, more efficient ways to run the factory floor.The OpportunityReporting to the Process Manager, you''ll plan and run factory trials, troubleshoot process challenges, and help scout and launch new manufacturing technologies that keep the business ahead of the curve. It''s a hands-on, technical role for someone who''s as comfortable on the production line as they are writing up a trial report.What you''ll be doing- Planning, organising and running factory trials as part of NPD and EPD programmes, with full documentation and trial reporting- Liaising with internal and external stakeholders, including customers and equipment suppliers, on process development matters- Providing the technical detail needed to complete product specifications- Leading continuous improvement initiatives across the product and process portfolio, working closely with Technical, Operations and Engineering- Helping build business cases for investment in new equipment- Working with Production and Engineering to design and deliver commissioning plans for new kit- Applying quality, HACCP and food safety standards throughout NPD- Sampling products and gathering ..... full job details .....