Technical Assistant

JR United Kingdom; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in food manufacturing is seeking a Technical Assistant to join their Technical/QA team. This role involves ensuring compliance with customer and regulatory standards, maintaining product specifications, and assisting with various audits and quality initiatives. The successful candidate will play a key role in monitoring food safety and quality, offering a dynamic environment for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented with knowledge of food safety regulations.
• Experience with technical documentation preferred.
• Proficient in managing data and reports.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update internal and customer product specifications.
• Assist in audits and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Support data management and trend reporting.

Skills

Attention to detail

Proactivity

Data analysis

Compliance knowledge

Education

Relevant degree or qualification in food technology or a related field

Job description

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We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Technical Assistant to join our Technical/QA team within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will support technical and quality functions, ensuring compliance with customer and regulatory standards.

This role will involve maintaining product specifications, assisting with audits, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

Specifications & Technical Documentation

• Maintain and update internal and customer product specifications
• Ensure all specifications meet legal, customer, and company requirements.

Audits & Compliance

• Assist in the preparation and participation in third-party audits, including BRCGS, customer audits, and regulatory inspections.
• Maintain and organize relevant technical documentation and records to ensure audit readiness.
• Support the implementation and maintenance of the site’s Quality Management System.

Quality & Food Safety Support

• Assist with internal audits (GMP, hygiene, traceability, etc.).
• Support the Technical team in complaint investigations, non-conformance reporting, and root cause analysis.
• Help monitor CCPs and PRPs in line with HACCP plans.

Data & Reporting

• Update and manage technical databases and spreadsheets.
• Support in generating and analyzing data for trend reporting, KPI tracking, and technical reviews.