Produce Quality Technologist — Freshness & Safety

Asda; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary company bonus

Company pension up to 7% matched

15% colleague discount in store and on

Wellbeing services access—Stream, 24/7

Asda Allies Inclusion Networks

Parental leave policies

Job summary

Asda is recruiting for a Technologist - Produce to safeguard safety, quality, legality and integrity across the Produce category. You will collaborate with Technical Managers, Buyers, growers and suppliers to ensure products meet high standards.

You will help drive improvements in freshness, quality and sustainability and support supplier performance while delivering products that customers trust. The role is field-based with hybrid working options and a strong benefits package.

Qualifications

• Experience in Technical, Quality, Food Safety, or Compliance in retail or fresh food.
• Understanding of food safety principles and quality management systems.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret data and drive evidence-based decisions.
• Excellent communication with a range of stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Support food safety, quality, and compliance across the Produce category.
• Manage product specifications, technical documentation, and supplier due diligence programmes.
• Investigate product quality and compliance issues, identifying root causes and corrective actions.
• Analyse customer feedback, complaints, and technical KPIs to drive continuous improvement.
• Work with suppliers and internal teams to improve freshness, shelf life, consistency, and reduce waste.
• Support supplier audits, performance reviews, product launches, and sourcing initiatives.
• Contribute to Asda's sustainability and responsible sourcing commitments.

Skills

Technical role

Quality control

Food safety

Data analysis

Communication

Prioritisation

Job description

Asda is recruiting for a Technologist - Produce to safeguard safety, quality, legality and integrity across the Produce category. You will collaborate with Technical Managers, Buyers, growers and suppliers to ensure products meet high standards.

You will help drive improvements in freshness, quality and sustainability and support supplier performance while delivering products that customers trust. The role is field-based with hybrid working options and a strong benefits package.