Technical Assistant, Food Tech — Grow with European Retail

The People Co. / Assure Jobs; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing company in Cambridgeshire seeks a highly organised individual for a newly created technical role. You'll support a Senior Technical Manager, ensuring compliance with food safety standards and managing product specifications. Ideal candidates should have a relevant degree or industry experience and strong interpersonal skills. This position offers career progression, competitive salary, and direct mentorship within a growing technical team.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Career progression opportunities

Mentorship from experienced professionals

Qualifications

• Proactive, enthusiastic, and organised individual.
• Keen eye for detail essential.
• Ability to build relationships across functions.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to the Senior Technical Manager.
• Manage and approve product specifications.
• Maintain compliance with food safety legislation.
• Coordinate artwork sign-off.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Attention to detail

Education

Relevant degree (Food Science, Food Technology, Nutrition) or relevant industry experience

Job description

A leading food manufacturing company in Cambridgeshire seeks a highly organised individual for a newly created technical role. You'll support a Senior Technical Manager, ensuring compliance with food safety standards and managing product specifications. Ideal candidates should have a relevant degree or industry experience and strong interpersonal skills. This position offers career progression, competitive salary, and direct mentorship within a growing technical team.