Graduate Food Technologist - Fresh produce

Tailor Made Resources; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits a passionate Technical Food Graduate eager to dive into the vibrant world of Fresh Produce. Join a forward-thinking company and collaborate with the Senior Technical Manager to ensure that product categories meet compliance requirements. This role offers the chance to travel nationally and internationally, gaining invaluable hands-on experience while auditing suppliers and farms. You'll be part of a progressive team that values growth and development, allowing you to build on your educational background in Food Science, Food Technology, or Agriculture. If you're ready to make an impact and grow your career, this is the perfect role for you.

Qualifications

• Graduate in Food Science, Food Technology, or Agriculture with industry placement.
• Strong communication and decision-making skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Senior Technical Manager on product compliance.
• Conduct national and international travel for supplier audits.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Decision Making

Education

Food Science Graduate

Food Technology Graduate

Agriculture Graduate

Tools

HACCP

Auditing

Food Safety

Job description

Supplying an exciting portfolio of Fresh Produce products to the UK retail market, we are seeking a Technical Food Graduate to join the business in a newly created and exciting opportunity.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work closely with the Senior Technical Manager and take ownership of allocated product categories to ensure raw materials / fresh produce products meet all the compliance requirements of the end customer.

Requirements:

1. Food Science / Food Technology / Agriculture Graduate with a placement year in industry is essential
2. Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate at all levels
3. Knowledge of HACCP, Auditing, Food Safety would be highly advantageous
4. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and make decisions under pressure

The role will include national and international travel for the business. This will include visiting and auditing suppliers, packhouses, and farms worldwide. The role gives the opportunity to gain first-hand experiences and development within the technical team of a fresh produce business.

Offering an individual at Graduate level the opportunity to join a passionate and progressive business within Fresh Produce, this position will gain invaluable skills and insight within the technical division and build on education / qualifications gained to date.

Location: West Midlands
Salary: up to c£30k