Graduate Technical Assistant

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

Job summary

A leading fresh food manufacturer is offering a Graduate Technical Assistant role based in the Dungannon area with real development potential. Candidates will support the Technical team in ensuring food safety and quality standards while gaining exposure to BRC audits and customer interactions. This role is ideal for recent graduates eager to kickstart their career in the food industry.

Qualifications

• Recent or soon-to-be graduate in Food Science or related field.
• Proactive mindset with passion for food safety and quality.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Support Technical/Quality function across factory operations.
• Assist in monitoring food safety and quality standards.
• Carry out internal audits and investigations.

Skills

Communication

Organisational Skills

Proactivity

Education

Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, or related field

Job description

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Client:

Protea Recruitment Ltd | Food | Drinks | FMCG Recruitment Partner

Location:

manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Views:

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

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Job Description:

? Graduate Technical Opportunity – Food Industry (Northern Ireland)

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

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

A leading fresh food manufacturer in Northern Ireland 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 BRC audits, retailer standards, and customer interactions

? What we’re looking for:

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

This role would suit someone local to the Dungannon area or open to relocating for their first technical role in industry.