mechanical design engineer

Bellrock Group; Bridgend; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturer in Wales is seeking a Technical Assistant to uphold quality management standards throughout production. Key responsibilities include conducting microbiological tests, supporting taste panels, and performing internal audits to ensure compliance. The ideal candidate should possess strong problem-solving skills and be capable of working closely with production teams. This position offers a unique opportunity to thrive in a passionate environment focused on quality innovation.

Qualifications

• Experience in the food manufacturing industry is preferable.
• Ability to follow quality procedures and standards.
• Strong communication skills for collaboration with production teams.

Responsibilities

• Gather and prepare microbiological samples, swabs, and water tests.
• Support taste panels to maintain product quality.
• Conduct internal audits and monitor compliance.
• Assist with customer complaint investigations.

Skills

Microbiological testing

Quality management systems

Internal audits

Problem-solving

Job description

Technical Assistant – Food Manufacturer

My client is award‑winning food manufacturer and are looking for a Technical Assistant to join their passionate team and help keep quality at the very heart of food innovation. Working closely with the Technical Manager, you will be key in maintaining and enhancing quality management standards across every stage of production from raw materials to the delicious finished products leaving the factory.

The Role: Day-to-day, the Technical Assistant will be hands‑on in the production environment, making sure quality systems are understood, implemented and continuously improved. You’ll be involved in:

• Gathering and preparing microbiological samples, swabs and water tests – retesting where needed.
• Supporting taste panels to keep products consistently top‑notch.
• Following up on raw material and finished goods issues, ensuring timely decisions are made.
• Carrying out internal audits (GMP, fabrication) and monitoring paperwork for accuracy.
• Assisting with customer complaint investigations and reporting findings.
• Performing calibration checks and CCP verification/validation.
• Completing traceability audits and temperature checks.
• Supporting technical projects and improvements across site.

On top of that, the role will involve working closely with production teams to audit processes, spot issues and ensure corrective actions are taken quickly. There’s also direct involvement in monitoring and managing problematic ingredients, liaising with suppliers, and logging non‑conformances.

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