R&D and Process Engineer
The role
The R&D and Process Engineer is responsible for the continuous improvement of the production process and, working alongside the NPD Manager and Technologist, in the development of new products for our in-house brands, customer private labels and food manufacturers. Identifying and design/installation of new machinery as required for product line expansion, fulfilling and driving opportunities. Managing NPD projects, factory trials and scaling products from concept to production.
Your responsibilities
Key aspects of the role include:
• Identify and design/install additional plant and machinery according to business need and development opportunities.
• Reviewing engineering documentation and specifications.
• Assess and implement projects for analysis or R&D.
• Continuous improvement of the production area.
• Commissioning of plant and equipment aligning to BRC requirements.
• Mentor team members to promote creativity and innovation
• Partner closely with Operations, Technical and Commercial teams to manage risk and resolve challenges
Skills and experience
• Knowledge and experience of production plant and processes including commissioning
• Minimum Degree level qualification in Engineering, Food Science, Chemistry or other related subject
• Sound manufacturing engineering knowledge
• Experience of brewing or beverage production including enzyme technologies
• Sound experience of BRC and ISO standards.
• Expertise in continuous improvement of both process and plant.
• Managing people and customer experiences.
• NPD Project management.
• Knowledge of capital investment projects.
• Knowledge and experience in Health and Safety, HACCP, COSHH.
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
• Diligent and methodical
• Competent and confident in bringing ideas to the fore.
• Able to manage customer expectations.
• Strong communicator with experience of managing teams
This is a 40-hour-per-week role, typically Monday to Friday, 9:00am–5:30pm. However, we’re open to discussing flexible working arrangements.
Who We are
We are an independent business led by brother and sister team, Philip and Rebecca Rayner on our family farm, north of Huntingdon, in Cambridgeshire. At Glebe Farm Foods, oats are more than just a crop – they are our obsession, our passion, and our way of life. We take great pride in delivering the highest quality and purest British gluten free oats, supplying customers and manufacturers right around the world. From field to farm to food, we meticulously handle every step of the process, from growing to processing, to ensure unparalleled quality. Under our PureOaty brand, we offer a range of tOATtally tasty products, including oat drinks, granolas, and porridges, made with unwavering dedication to quality ingredients and sustainability, all certified 100% gluten free by Coeliac UK.
