Food Technologist

Brightwork Limited; Eastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 56,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Food Technologist to join a baked goods manufacturer in South Lanarkshire. This permanent role includes responsibilities in HACCP team leadership, quality system management, and supporting new product development. Ideal candidates will have relevant qualifications and experience in food safety. This opportunity offers career growth within a respected company that values its staff.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar food technologist role, ideally within baked goods.
• HNC/HND in Food Technology or a related subject required.
• Knowledge of HACCP and food safety regulations necessary.

Responsibilities

• Play a key role in the HACCP team to drive food safety excellence.
• Manage quality systems including supplier approval and product specifications.
• Support production trials and new product development.

Skills

Experience in a similar role (ideally within baked goods)

Strong knowledge of food safety & quality systems

Excellent IT, communication, and organisational skills

Education

HNC/HND in Food Technology or a related subject

HACCP Level 2

Internal Auditor training

Intermediate Food Hygiene

Job description

Brightwork have an excellent opportunity for a Food Technologist to join our manufacturing client at their site in South Lanarkshire, working on a permanent basis with immediate start available.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join an award-winning baked goods manufacturer where tradition meets innovation. This position is working Monday to Friday, on-site in South Lanarkshire.

The Role - Food Technologist

• Playing a key role in the HACCP team, driving food safety excellence
• Supporting food safety & quality culture across the site
• Analysing performance data and leading improvements
• Managing quality systems: supplier approval, audits, product specifications
• Coordinating technical services like lab testing and equipment calibration
• Championing product quality standards and customer satisfaction
• Supporting production trials and new product development

The successful candidate

• Experience in a similar role (ideally within baked goods)
• HNC/HND in Food Technology or a related subject
• HACCP Level 2, Internal Auditor training & Intermediate Food Hygiene
• Strong knowledge of food safety & quality systems
• Excellent IT, communication, and organisational skills

This role offers the chance to build your career in the food industry, gain valuable experience, and be part of a business that truly values its people and products. For further details, please apply with an up to date CV.

Brightwork Ltd offers the services of an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.