R&D TECHNICIAN
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Position Overview & Specifications
This is a great opportunity to join our team and continue the great work in bringing to life our condiments manufacturing facility, located in Peterborough, UK. Our vision is to build a sustainable, innovative McCormick factory-of-the-future to support our Flavour Solutions customers.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
Prepare samples on a daily basis for New Product Development (NPD) team, specific customer projects, as set out by the formulations and as required by the project brief to meet strict deadlines.
Prepare and dispatch samples to customers globally meeting specific customs requirements for each country.
Occasionally support Technical Innovation Centre and on site Chef’s activities in fully established Quick Serving Restaurant (QSR) facilities, with focus on preparation conceptual burger builds and wraps.
Work with existing systems to create the necessary documents and liaise with International Trade Compliance team.
Help maintaining laboratory stock of raw materials, keeping stock levels at an appropriate level.
Help maintaining base stock for the laboratory to follow and ensure shelf life.
Assist in preparing samples for research, shelf life test, and other requirements.
Participate in internal tasting panel for flavour evaluation of raw materials and finished products.
Carry out quality checks and equipment calibration activities.
CANDIDATE PROFILE
Competent PC Skills - Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
Self-motivation and ability to work on own initiative.
Self-assertion and ability to deal effectively with people at all levels.
Ability to work well as part of a team.
Ability to manage time effectively.
Ability and willingness to learn new skills.
Excellent attention to detail.
McCormick & Company is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, colour, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Food & Beverage Manufacturing
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for R&D TECHNICIAN roles across McCormick & Company's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Food & Beverage Manufacturing.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £37,848 - £42,019 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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