Technical Assistant

Reed Specialist Recruitment Ltd.; Bicester; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Technical Assistant in Bicester. The role involves championing food safety excellence, coordinating product testing, and leading internal audits. Candidates should have a qualification in Science or Food Science and experience in food production. This position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for growth in a dynamic team environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Opportunities for growth and development

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Experience in warehousing or food production.
• Solid understanding of food legislation and quality systems.
• Familiarity with HACCP, BRCGS standards, and specification systems.

Responsibilities

• Champion food safety excellence across operations.
• Coordinate product testing and sampling with external labs.
• Lead internal audits and support sustainability data reporting.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Qualification in Science or Food Science

Job description

Overview

Technical Assistant - Food Safety & Quality
Location: Bicester, Oxfordshire
Salary: £28,000-£35,000 - depending on experience
Job Type: Full-time

Are you ready to take your technical skills to the next level in a fast-paced food safety environment? We're on the lookout for a Technical Assistant to join our passionate Food Safety & Quality team in Bicester. If you thrive on detail, love solving problems, and want to make a real impact in food safety and quality, this is your chance.

What You'll Be Doing

• Champion food safety excellence and continuous improvement across our operations.
• Play a key role in HACCP compliance, GMP audits, allergen management, and traceability.
• Coordinate product testing and sampling with external labs.
• Lead internal audits and support sustainability data reporting.
• Deliver engaging food safety training and manage content.
• Support supplier approvals and conduct site visits.
• Assist with New Product Development (NPD) and manage product specifications.
• Investigate complaints and non-conformances with a proactive mindset.

What We're Looking For

• A qualification in Science or Food Science.
• Experience in warehousing or food production.
• Solid understanding of food legislation and quality systems.
• Familiarity with HACCP, BRCGS standards, and specification systems.
• Detail-oriented, great communicator, and a natural problem-solver.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a car.

Bonus Points For

• Audit qualification or experience.

What’s In It For You

• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Real opportunities for growth and development.
• A dynamic, supportive team environment.

Ready to make a difference? Apply with your up to date CV and a short cover letter telling us why you're the perfect fit.