Graduate Technical Assistant

JR United Kingdom; Colchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturer in Colchester is seeking a Graduate Technical Assistant to support its Technical team. This full-time entry-level role offers hands-on experience and development potential in food safety and quality management. The ideal candidate is a recent graduate in Food Science or a related field, eager to grow in a dynamic environment focused on sustainability and innovation.

Qualifications

• Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, or related field required.
• Strong communication, organisational skills, and a proactive mindset are essential.
• Willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support Technical/Quality function across factory operations.
• Assist in monitoring food safety and quality standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve processes.

Skills

Communication

Organisational skills

Proactivity

Education

Degree in Food Science

Degree in Food Technology

Job description

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Graduate Technical Assistant, Colchester

Client:

Protea Recruitment Ltd | Food | Drinks | FMCG Recruitment Partner

Location:

Colchester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

Job Description:

Graduate Technical Opportunity – Food Industry (Colchester)

? Full-time | ? Technical/Quality | ? Entry-level

Are you a recent or soon-to-be Food Science or related graduate looking to start your career in the food industry?

A leading food manufacturer in Colchester is offering an exciting opportunity to join their Technical team. This is a hands-on role with real development potential, working within a business that supplies to major UK retailers and prioritises quality, sustainability, and innovation.

? What you’ll do:

• Support the Technical/Quality function across factory operations
• Assist in monitoring and maintaining food safety and quality standards
• Carry out traceability exercises, internal audits, and investigations
• Work with cross-functional teams to improve systems and processes
• Gain exposure to audits, retailer standards, and customer interactions

? What we’re looking for:

• A degree in Food Science, Food Technology, or related field
• A proactive mindset and a passion for food safety and quality
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Willingness to learn and grow within a fast-paced environment

This role is suitable for someone local to Colchester or willing to relocate for their first technical role in industry.