Technical Assistant

JR United Kingdom; Stockport; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing company is seeking a detail-oriented Technical Assistant to enhance their Technical/QA team. The candidate will support the maintenance of product specifications, contribute to audits, and assist in quality and compliance initiatives, ensuring high standards and regulatory adherence. This role is crucial for supporting continuous improvements within a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a technical support or QA role in food manufacturing.
• Familiarity with HACCP and quality management systems.
• Ability to handle technical documentation and participate in audits.

Responsibilities

• Maintain internal and customer product specifications ensuring compliance.
• Assist in audits and maintain documentation for audit readiness.
• Support quality management and food safety initiatives.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Proactivity

Data Analysis

Quality Management

Documentation Management

Education

Relevant Degree or Qualification

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.