Technical Assistant

JR United Kingdom; Preston; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in food manufacturing is seeking a proactive Technical Assistant to support their Technical/QA team in Preston, Lancashire. This role involves maintaining product specifications, assisting in audits, and supporting quality management systems. Ideal candidates should have a detail-oriented mindset and a commitment to food safety standards.

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented with experience in technical documentation.
• Knowledge of compliance standards in food safety.
• Proficient in data management and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update product specifications to meet customer standards.
• Assist in third-party audits and manage technical documentation.
• Support quality and food safety initiatives through internal audits.

Skills

Attention to detail

Proactivity

Audit preparation

Data analysis

Job description

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Technical Assistant, preston, lancashire

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Client:

D R Newitt Recruitment

Location:

preston, lancashire, 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.