Product & Quality Technologist (Food)

Blue Spark Organisation Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food brand is seeking a Senior Recruitment Consultant to enhance quality and compliance across its product range. This role involves managing product compliance, overseeing packaging approvals, and driving innovation in a dynamic food manufacturing environment. Candidates should possess a food science degree and relevant manufacturing experience, with a passion for food and consumer trends.

Qualifications

• Degree in Food Science or Food Technology required.
• Experience in food manufacturing and quality assurance is essential.
• HACCP Level 2 and Food Safety Level 2 qualifications needed.

Responsibilities

• Manage product compliance and quality management system.
• Oversee packaging and artwork approval processes.
• Drive technical and operational projects related to product development.

Skills

Food Safety

Quality Management

Technical Compliance

Project Management

Education

Food Science/Food Technology Degree

Job description

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Senior Recruitment Consultant at Blue Spark Organisation Ltd

The Company

With ambition aplenty and fabulous products to match, this food brand is expanding rapidly with exciting plans ahead. To realise their ambitions, they need a technical superstar with hands-on experience in manufacturing to take the reins of all things under the product umbrella.

This role is split between their HQ in London and their packing site in Essex, so ideally we’re looking for candidates NE/ E/ SE London or South Essex based, or willing to relocate.

The Role

Reporting to the Founder, you will be responsible for strengthening quality, food safety, and compliance across the product ranges. This will include developing and maintaining the QMS, managing product compliance and identifying EPD improvements.

This is a hands on role where you’ll be ensuring product compliance, managing packaging and artwork approval, and driving technical/ operational various projects. You’ll also get involved in EPD and NPD projects via recipe formulation, overseeing trials and creating product samples; all to ensure products remain innovative, cost-effective, and consumer-driven.

With the support and mentoring of their Senior Technical Consultant (who is amazing!), you’ll quickly become the go-to person and subject matter expert on everything related to the product. You’ll identify new opportunities for the product and brand, whether from a technological, packaging, or ingredient perspective.

The Person

We are looking for a highly motivated and ambitious technologist with a food science/food technology degree and a solid background in a technical, quality, and compliance role within the food manufacturing industry. Manufacturing experience is essential for this role, as you will be directly involved in the production process, handling internal audits and solving technical issues when they arise.

You’ll have proven experience in a fast- paced food manufacturing environment, where you have gained the skills to think on your feet, take initiative, and navigate technical hurdles with autonomy.

We’re also looking for a passion for food, consumer trends, and a desire to improve products and make an impact in the marketplace.

You’ll be HACCP Level 2 and Food Safety Level 2 qualified. Familiarity with improving and managing a Quality Management System, is also key.

You’ll be someone who brings heaps of energy and enthusiasm, along with an inquisitive, logical mind. Adaptable to changing priorities, skilled at managing multiple projects, and the desire to thrive in a entrepreneurial environment.

If you're looking to join a growing business that will actively support your career development and offer you new opportunities as the brand expands, get in touch now. This could be your perfect role!

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Due to the large number of applications our opportunities attract, it sometimes takes us time to thoroughly review and consider them all. We endeavour to respond to every application within 5 working days, however if you have not heard from us within this timeframe, we are sorry to say your application for the role has not been successful. To support you in showcasing your best self, we make sure that any necessary accommodations, whether physical or non-physical, are provided to assist you throughout the job application and interview process.

Also, please note that we are only able to accept and respond to applications from candidates with eligibility to work in the UK and those who hold valid work visas.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Production and Quality Assurance

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Services, Food and Beverage Manufacturing, and Food and Beverage Retail

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