Technical Assistant

manucomm recruitment; Yate; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Technical Assistant to join their dynamic team in the Yate area. This role offers a fantastic opportunity for individuals passionate about food safety and quality assurance. The successful candidate will work closely with management to maintain the Food Safety System, conduct internal audits, and create standard operating procedures. Ideal for a recent Food Science or Food Technology graduate, this position promises growth and development within a supportive environment. If you have a keen eye for detail and a methodical approach to technical work, this could be the perfect next step in your career.

Qualifications

• Experience working with specifications and in a Food/Drink production environment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a technical team.

Responsibilities

• Maintain Food Safety System and conduct internal audits.
• Create standard operating procedures and handle customer complaints.
• Assist with HACCP management and health & safety tasks.

Skills

Excellent communication

Attention to detail

Technical work passion

Methodical and logical thinking

Education

HACCP Level 2

Food Science/Food Technology Degree

Job description

Technical Assistant
YATE area
£up to 28,000pa DOE

Our client is a successful wholesaler/manufacturer of food products. Due to growth, Manucomm is now seeking a Technical Administrator/Technical Assistant to join the team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a company in a day-based role. You will need to be an excellent communicator, with attention to detail and have a passion for technical work to be successful in this role.

The role of the Technical Assistant will involve:

1. Working closely with management to ensure all areas of the Food Safety System are constantly maintained
2. Knowledge of wholesale/nutritional specifications
3. Regular internal auditing of the Quality System and site hygiene
4. Creating standard operating procedures for production processes
5. Development of new products and nutritional information
6. Testing of existing products
7. Customer complaint handling
8. Supplier approval management
9. Assisting with management of the site HACCP
10. Assistance on health and safety management
11. Administration tasks as required

Technical Assistant Qualifications:

1. HACCP Level 2
2. Experience of working with specifications
3. Experience working within a Food/Drink production environment is beneficial
4. Methodical and logical with attention to detail
5. Ability to work independently as well as being part of the technical team

Technical Assistant Salary and Benefits:
Salary - up to £28,000 pa

The role of the Technical Assistant could suit a Food Science/Food Technology Graduate or a QA/Quality Auditor who is seeking the next step in their career within the food industry.

This role is commutable from Keynsham, Yate, Downend, Bath, Bristol, Farrington Gurney, Thornbury and surrounding areas.