Technical Assistant

JR United Kingdom; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing company is seeking a detail-oriented Technical Assistant to join their Technical/QA team in Newcastle upon Tyne. This role involves supporting quality functions and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, making it ideal for candidates who thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a keen eye for detail.

Qualifications

• Experience in QA or technical roles in food manufacturing is desirable.
• Knowledge of HACCP and food safety regulations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update internal and customer product specifications.
• Assist in the preparation and participation in audits, maintaining documentation.
• Support the Technical team in various compliance and quality initiatives.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Proactive

Compliance knowledge

Job description

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Technical Assistant, newcastle-upon-tyne, tyne and wear

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Client:

D R Newitt Recruitment

Location:

newcastle-upon-tyne, tyne and wear, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Views:

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

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Job Description:

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.