Technical Assistant

The People Co.; England; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food safety firm in the United Kingdom seeks a Technical Assistant to uphold food safety and quality procedures. The successful candidate will monitor quality control, conduct audits, and train operatives, ensuring compliance with regulations. Strong qualifications in food safety and communication skills are essential. This is a full-time, permanent position.

Qualifications

• Food Related Qualification or proven related experience is essential.
• Knowledge of HACCP principles is required.
• Strong IT skills and excellent organizational and communication skills are vital.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and verify quality control checks.
• Conduct GMP audits against Food Safety and Quality Policies.
• Coordinate actions for non-conformances effectively.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

HACCP principles

IT literate

Excellent communication skills

Record keeping

Motivated

Can-do attitude

Organizational skills

Education

Food Related Qualification

Job description

Technical Assistant

Northampton

£35,000

My client is looking to employ a Technical Assistant based in Northampton

The Technical Assistant will report directly to the Technical Manager and will be part of a small Technical team. The successful candidate will be responsible for upholding food safety and quality procedures.

Duties and responsibilities

• Monitoring and verification of quality control checks ensuring compliance with customer specifications.
• Carrying out GMP audits against Food Safety and Quality Policies and Procedures
• Carrying out Fabrication and Glass and Plastic audits against Food Safety and Quality Policies and Procedures
• Coordinate actions for non-conformances with relevant teams to effectively implement corrective and preventative actions.
• Training of operatives in relation to food safety and quality requirements
• Assisting with external audits such as BRCGS.
• Assisting with completing export product checks and paperwork
• Complete designated tasks as defined in the quality management and HACCP system.

Essential Criteria:

• Food Related Qualification or proven related experience
• Knowledge of HACCP principles
• IT Literate
• Excellent organisation and communication skills
• Competent in record keeping
• Motivated with ability to work on own initiative
• Havea can-do attitude and commitment to safety
• Flexibility towards working hours

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent