Technical Assistant

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

Job summary

A fast-paced food manufacturing company is seeking a Technical Assistant to join their Technical/QA team. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining product specifications, assisting with audits, and supporting quality management systems. Ideal for detail-oriented and proactive individuals looking to contribute to quality assurance in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a food manufacturing environment is preferable.
• Familiarity with technical documentation and quality standards.
• Understanding of compliance audits and quality management systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update product specifications and ensure compliance.
• Assist in preparation for third-party audits.
• Support internal audits and monitor food safety processes.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Proactive

Quality Management

HACCP Knowledge

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.