Technical & QA Assistant - Food Manufacturing

Michael Page (UK); England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national food brand is seeking a Technical & QA Assistant to uphold its high food safety and quality standards. You will contribute to daily quality assurance processes and support the continuous improvement of supplier performance, all within a nurturing and growth-oriented environment. This role offers competitive pay, chances for career advancement, and ongoing professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary plus bonus

Monthly food allowance

Permanent position

Opportunities for career growth

Supportive and professional company culture

Qualifications

• Strong educational background in a relevant technical, science or engineering discipline.
• Familiarity with quality assurance / quality control principles within food manufacturing.
• Experience in the retail or manufacturing industries would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Ensure consistent delivery of food safety and quality standards.
• Conduct and document daily tasting panels.
• Execute internal audits and monitor adherence to the Quality Management System (QMS).

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication

Teamwork

Micro testing

Education

Degree in technical, science, or engineering discipline

Tools

QA tools and software

Job description

• Big National Food Brand Recognition
• Growth within a High Care Low Risk food manufacturing environment

About Our Client

My client is a nationally recognized food brand known for its delicious ready-to-eat (RTE) meals. Based in Park Royal, the company is celebrated for its commitment to high-quality standards and continuous innovation. As a medium-sized business, it offers a structured, professional environment while maintaining a dynamic and forward-thinking culture.

Job Description

• Ensure consistent delivery of food safety and quality standards that align with the brand's reputation and expectations
• Conduct and document daily tasting panels, analyzing and reporting results accurately
• Execute internal audits in accordance with the established audit schedule, ensuring thorough compliance checks
• Investigate non-conformances and customer complaints to identify root causes and implement corrective actions
• Monitor and ensure daily adherence to the Quality Management System (QMS) across all operations
• Oversee and drive continuous improvement in supplier quality performance through active monitoring and feedback
• Support the implementation of training programs focused on food safety, health and safety, and operational best practices at the Central Production Unit (CPU) and warehouse
• Manage the quality control of incoming ingredients and materials into the CPU and warehouse
• Contributed to the preparation and facilitation of BRC audits, as well as other internal and external audit processes.
• Maintain effective relationships with third-party laboratories and service providers to ensure reliable support and testing services

The Successful Applicant

A successful Technical & QA Assistant should have:

• A strong educational background in a relevant technical, science or engineering discipline.
• Familiarity with quality assurance / quality control principles within food manufacturing.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Skilled in micro testing and various line swap testing procedures.
• Experience in the retail or manufacturing industries would be advantageous.
• Proficiency in using QA tools and software.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

What's on Offer

• A competitive salary plus bonus.
• Monthly food allowance.
• Permanent position with opportunities for career growth.
• Potential for additional benefits to be discussed during the interview process.
• Supportive and professional company culture within the retail industry.
• Opportunities to work closely with the engineering and manufacturing department.

This is an exciting opportunity for a Technical & QA Assistant to make a meaningful impact. Apply now to join a respected organisation and grow your career in quality assurance and technical within the food manufacturing industry!