Technical Administrator - 6 Month FTC

Compleat Food Group; Ebbw Vale; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days holiday

Volunteer days

Training opportunities

Wellbeing support

Discount schemes

Grocery aid access

Gym discounts

Job summary

The Compleat Food Group is seeking a Technical Administrator in Ebbw Vale for a 6‑month fixed‑term contract. You will support food safety, quality and compliance, manage technical documentation, and assist with audits and non‑conformances to help deliver high‑quality products.

You will work with the Technical team to uphold GMP and hygiene standards, participate in continuous improvement, and ensure customer expectations and legal requirements are met across the site.

Qualifications

• Experience in a Technical, Quality or Food Safety role within food manufacturing.
• Experience using Quality Management Systems (QMS) and document control.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Support the Technical team in maintaining food safety, quality and compliance standards.
• Manage and maintain technical documentation, records and quality systems.
• Carry out product sampling, testing and quality checks.
• Support audits and ensure corrective actions are completed.
• Assist with customer complaint investigations and non-conformance management.
• Monitor GMP, hygiene and food safety compliance.
• Drive continuous improvement across the site.
• Promote safe working practices and maintain an organized environment.

Skills

Technical experience

Quality assurance

Food safety

QMS

Documentation

Auditing

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Job description

Join Our Technical Team at The Compleat Food Group!

We're looking for a Technical Administrator to join our team in Ebbw Vale on a 6-month fixed-term contract, supporting food safety, quality and compliance across the business.

As a Technical Administrator, you'll be at the heart of our quality and food safety operations, helping to ensure our products consistently meet the highest standards. Working closely with the Technical team and colleagues across the business, you'll manage key documentation, support audits, maintain robust quality systems and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact by helping us deliver safe, high-quality products while ensuring we meet customer expectations, legal requirements and business objectives. Your work will play an essential role in supporting our ongoing success.

Who We Are:

The Compleat Food Group are one of the UK’s fastest growing chilled food manufacturing companies. We are dedicated to delivering excellence in every aspect of our operations. Our commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence sets us apart.

At The Compleat Food Group we don’t just make food. We make food to feel good, taste good and do good for everyone.

Our aim is to raise the bar and delight our customers and consumers every day, they are at the heart of all our decision making. We work at the correct pace to take clear decisive actions and deliver on our commitments, on time, every time to drive positive difference, we have the courage to think differently and challenge the status quo.

Working Hours:

Monday – Thursday: 8:30am – 5pm and Friday: 8:30am – 4pm

Your Duties Will Include:

• Support the Technical team in maintaining food safety, quality and compliance standards.
• Manage and maintain technical documentation, records and quality systems.
• Carry out product sampling, testing and quality checks.
• Support internal and external audits and ensure actions are completed.
• Assist with customer complaint investigations and non-conformance management.
• Monitor compliance with GMP, hygiene and food safety requirements.
• Help drive continuous improvement activities across the site.
• Promote safe working practices and maintain a clean, organised working environment.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Previous experience in a Technical, Quality or Food Safety role within the food manufacturing industry.
• Experience using Quality Management Systems (QMS), including document control and technical procedures.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines.
• A methodical approach with excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Food Safety Level 3 and HACCP Level 3.
• Internal Auditor training or auditing experience is desirable.

Benefits to Include:

• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• 2 Employee Volunteering Days per year
• Employee well-being and community support groups
• Informal and Formal training opportunities with personalised online LMS platform
• Charity Initiatives and Team events
• 24/7 Access to Grocery Aid (Free Financial, Emotional and Practical Support)
• Physical Wellbeing Benefits – Free on demand exercise hub and various gym discounts.
• Free Financial wellbeing – mortgage calculators, budget tools, financial aid tools
• Holiday Discounts via Online Retail Discount

The Compleat Food Group fosters an inclusive, respectful culture where everyone feels safe, supported, and valued. We welcome diverse talent, knowing it drives exceptional results and a better workplace.

We are committed to Fairness, Equity, Inclusivity, and Respect, we ensure all colleagues can thrive by bringing their whole selves to work. As an equal opportunity’s employer, we provide all the support you need to succeed.

Contact us with any questions about Diversity & Inclusion or accessibility during the application process.

Recruitment Agencies:

We have a small, active and trusted Preferred Supplier List to assist us if required. We do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions. We only accept CV submissions for roles released to you directly by our Talent Acquisition team.

What You Should Know About How We Recruit

At The Compleat Food Group, we believe great teams are built on difference. We create an inclusive, respectful environment where everyone feels safe, supported, and are able to be themselves at work.

We’re proud to be an equal opportunities employer and are committed to Fairness, Equity, Inclusivity, and Respect. If you need a reasonable adjustment at any stage of our recruitment process, just let us know, we’ll support you — confidentially and with care.

We hire the best people for our roles, not the same people. Whoever you are, wherever you’re from, we focus on what you do and the impact you could make in our business. Our recruitment process is fair, accessible, and designed to give everyone an equal chance.

You’ll also find benefits that support people at every life stage, plus active internal networks — including Women @ Compleat, LGBTQIA+, and Neurodiversity

Hours

Monday to Thursday 8.30am - 5pm, Friday 8.30am - 4pm