Food Technologist

The People Co. / Assure Jobs; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing company is seeking a passionate Food Technologist to join their Technical team. In this role, you will ensure product quality and compliance with UK food standards, working closely with suppliers and customers. This position is ideal for those looking to advance in a rewarding technical environment.

Qualifications

• A food-related qualification is required.
• Previous experience with technical documentation is preferred.
• Must thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain product quality and ensure food safety.
• Manage specifications and support product development.
• Liaise with suppliers and customers for compliance.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Team player

Prioritization

Education

Food-related qualification

Job description

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Contract Type: Permanent | Function: Graduate, Quality Assurance, Technical | Business Sector: Food Manufacturing

With a legacy rooted in quality, innovation, and trusted partnerships, this well-established food business is a key player in the UK’s food manufacturing and supply sector. Specialising in sourcing and distribution, the company works closely with global suppliers and UK manufacturers to deliver tailored, high-quality solutions. Its collaborative culture and long-standing reputation make it an exciting place for food professionals who want to grow their careers in a dynamic, customer-focused environment.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate and detail-oriented Food Technologist to join a dedicated Technical team. You’ll play a crucial role in maintaining product quality, ensuring food safety, and driving technical excellence across a diverse and growing product range. Working closely with suppliers and customers, you’ll manage specifications, support new product development, and ensure compliance with UK food standards. Ideal for someone looking to step up in a fast-paced, rewarding technical role.

Key Accountabilities

• Monitoring complaint notifications and direct customer contact to provide the best customer care and positive resolutions.
• Liaising with suppliers to ensure thorough investigation of serious incidents reported by customers, enabling meaningful responses to provide reassurance.
• Monitoring emerging trends, providing early escalation to the technical team and suppliers, and meeting new timescales from receipt of notification to closure.
• Completion of product specifications.
• Helping to maintain BRC Agents and Brokers accreditation.

Person Profile

• A food-related qualification.
• Previous experience with technical documentation.
• A good team player.
• Able to prioritise and work on own initiative.
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment.

REF: PR/013078

To apply, please email in strict confidence, with a comprehensive CV including salary details, quoting the above reference, and directed to [e-mail].

Due to a high volume of responses, we cannot reply to each application individually. If you have not received a response within one week, please consider your application unsuccessful on this occasion.

Company

Assure.

Regulatory, food safety, and quality assurance teams are industry gatekeepers, ensuring products meet required standards before leaving the facility. They safeguard product integrity and protect brand reputation by ensuring that products are safe, authentic, and legal. Within our Assure division, we understand the specific skillsets needed for these vital roles. From quality assurance technologists and technical managers to food safety managers and heads of regulatory affairs, our team can help.

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