Technical Assistant

Zest; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food production company in Birmingham seeks a Technical Assistant to support the Technical Manager and technical team. You will manage supplier relationships, ensure compliance with BRC standards, and lead internal audits. The ideal candidate has experience in a similar role, strong HACCP knowledge, and excellent communication skills. This position offers a salary range of £30,000 - £35,000, with opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic team environment.

Qualifications

• Experience working to BRC standards is essential.
• HACCP qualification preferred.
• Proven experience in internal auditing.
• Proactive and confident when liaising with customers and suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Support the Technical Manager in all technical and quality activities.
• Act as a contact for customers and suppliers.
• Manage supplier relationships in collaboration with the technical team.
• Ensure compliance with documentation and standards.
• Participate in internal and external audits.
• Support and participate in supplier visits.

Skills

BRC standards knowledge

HACCP knowledge

Internal auditing experience

Strong technical understanding

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Job description

We are partnered with a valued client in the search for an experienced Technical Assistant. Reporting directly to the Technical Manager, this role is a key part of the technical function, providing essential support across the team and acting as a crucial link between the business, its customers, and its suppliers.

This is a hands‑on position with a strong external focus. You will work closely with suppliers to build and maintain relationships, ensure compliance, and support ongoing quality standards. You will also play an active role in customer communication and audit readiness, making this an ideal role for someone confident, proactive, and technically strong.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Technical Manager and wider technical team in the delivery of all technical and quality activities.
• Act as a key point of contact for both customers and suppliers, maintaining strong, professional relationships.
• Lead supplier relationship management in collaboration with the technical team.
• Support supplier compliance, ensuring documentation and standards are consistently met.
• Take an active role in internal and external audits on site.
• Support and participate in supplier visits when required.
• Ensure all work meets BRC and site‑specific technical standards.

Requirements

• Previous experience working to BRC standards is essential.
• Strong HACCP knowledge (qualification preferred).
• Proven experience in internal auditing.
• Strong technical understanding and experience within a similar environment.
• Forward‑thinking, proactive, and confident when liaising with customers and suppliers.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Salary: £30,000 - £35,000

The ideal candidate will be working in a similar position within food production. If you feel this exceptional opportunity is for you and you meet the above criteria, then click apply and send us an updated copy of your CV – alternatively you can send through your C.V to (url removed) or phone (phone number removed).

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