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At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?

R&D Technician (internally known as Technician, Development Technologist) – One Year Student Placement

Location: Nuneaton
Start date: June/July 2027
Duration: 12-month placement

Looking for a placement where you can turn what you’ve learnt at university into real-world experience? We’re looking for an enthusiastic student to join our R&D team from June/July 2027 for a one-year placement . You’ll gain hands-on experience across product and packaging development, supporting projects from early ideas and trials through to product launch.

YOU’LL MAKE CONTRIBUTIONS THAT MATTER BY…

• Supporting new product and packaging development projects.
• Getting involved in product, pilot and factory trials.
• Helping develop new cheese concepts and packaging solutions.
• Supporting product testing, analysis and development documentation.
Working with teams across Production, Technical, Marketing, Procurement and Commercial.

YOU’RE BEST SUITED FOR THE ROLE IF YOU…

• Are studying towards a degree in Food Science, Food Technology, or a related subject .
• Are looking for a 12-month industry placement starting in June/July 2027 .
• Have a curiosity about food and especially the cheese category.
• Are keen to learn about product and packaging development.
• Are creative, organised and a good communicator.
• Enjoy working as part of a team.
Hold a valid driving licence.

This is a great opportunity to gain real, hands-on experience in food R&D , build your industry knowledge and contribute to projects that could ultimately make their way to market.

For additional information about our benefits, please visit the Saputo Dairy UK employee benefits page.

We support employment equity. Saputo strives to embed diversity and inclusion throughout its operations and invites candidates from all backgrounds to join our team.

To enable you to bring your best, we will ensure you are provided with any physical or non-physical adjustments required to support your participation in the application and interview process.

Agencies: Thank you for your interest in working with Saputo Dairy UK. We have a preferred supplier list that will support us where needed. We do not pay fees or acknowledge speculative CVs supplied to Saputo Dairy UK unless you have been briefed on the role by a member of the Talent Acquisition team.

In the UK, Saputo is a producer of leading British food brands and value-added ingredients. We manufacture a range of cheeses, dairy spreads, and dairy-free products, with a portfolio of well-loved brands including Cathedral City, Clover, Country Life, Frylight and Wensleydale.