Quality & Technical Graduate — Path to Technical Manager

ABP UK; Langport; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

ABP UK in Langport is seeking Food Science graduates to join a structured graduate development program focused on quality, safety and technical excellence. From day one you will take on real responsibility and work with senior technical leaders across the supply chain.

The programme builds expertise in quality, food safety and technical standards, with exposure to audits, compliance, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Graduate in Food Science or related field.
• Interest in red meat sector.
• Analytical and solutions-focused.
• Strong communicators with stakeholder relationship-building skills.
• Detail-oriented with high standards and data literacy.
• Holders of a full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Progress towards becoming Technical Manager within one of ABP UK's UK sites.
• Work with senior leaders and gain hands-on experience across technical functions.
• Support audits, compliance monitoring and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Help implement and communicate technical legislation, ABP standards and customer requirements.
• Collaborate with operations, commercial and technical teams to drive business performance.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Detail oriented

Data literacy

Driving licence

Education

Food Science or related degree

Job description

ABP UK in Langport is seeking Food Science graduates to join a structured graduate development program focused on quality, safety and technical excellence. From day one you will take on real responsibility and work with senior technical leaders across the supply chain.

The programme builds expertise in quality, food safety and technical standards, with exposure to audits, compliance, and continuous improvement.