Technical Assistant

JR United Kingdom; Nottingham; 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 join their QA team. In this role, you will ensure compliance with standards, maintain product specifications, and support various quality initiatives. This proactive position offers the chance to work in a dynamic environment focused on continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience in a food manufacturing or technical role is preferred.
• Knowledge of quality management systems and compliance.
• Familiarity with HACCP and relevant auditing standards.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update product specifications to meet regulatory requirements.
• Assist in audits and ensure audit readiness.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the QA team.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Proactive

Auditing

Data management

Quality assurance

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.