Technical Assistant

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

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing company seeks a detail-oriented Technical Assistant to join their QA team in Wolverhampton. The role involves maintaining product specifications, assisting with audits, and supporting quality initiatives in compliance with regulatory standards. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in quality assurance and a commitment to improving technical procedures.

Qualifications

• Experience in a technical or quality assurance role.
• Familiarity with food safety regulations.
• Ability to manage technical documentation effectively.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update internal and customer product specifications.
• Assist in the preparation for third-party audits.
• Support complaint investigations and monitor food safety processes.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Proactivity

Data Analysis

Quality Assurance

Compliance Knowledge

Education

Relevant Degree or Equivalent

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.