Technical Assistant

JR United Kingdom; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in food manufacturing is looking for a detail-oriented Technical Assistant to support their Technical/QA team. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining product specifications, assisting with audits, and supporting quality management initiatives. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals proactive in ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and enhancing food safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented and proactive individual.
• Experience in maintaining product specifications.
• Familiarity with audit processes and quality management systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update internal and customer product specifications.
• Assist in preparing for third-party audits and maintain technical documentation.
• Support complaint investigations and monitor quality control parameters.

Skills

Attention to detail

Proactivity

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.