Technical Assistant; Food Manufacturing
Job in
Melksham, Wiltshire, SN12, England, UK
Listed on 2026-10-16
Listing for:
Reed Specialist Recruitment
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-10-16
Job specializations:
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Quality Assurance - QA/QC
Food Quality & Safety, Quality Control - QC Analysts/Managers -
Manufacturing / Production
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Technical Assistant
Melksham, Wiltshire (commutable from Bath)
Salary:
Up to £40,000
Full Time | Permanent
Our client is a well-established food manufacturing business looking to strengthen its technical team with the appointment of a Technical Assistant.
Working closely with the Technical Manager and wider production team, this role will support food safety, quality and compliance activities across the site, ensuring products consistently meet customer, legal and business requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Support the maintenance and continual improvement of the site's Quality Management System (QMS)
Assist with HACCP, food safety and quality management procedures
Complete factory inspections, GMP audits and hygiene inspections
Investigate non-conformances and support corrective and preventative actions
Maintain technical documentation, specifications and production records
Support internal, customer and third-party audits
Assist with traceability exercises and product quality investigations
Liaise with production teams to ensure compliance with food safety and quality standards
Support customer and supplier documentation requests
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the site Candidate Requirements
Previous experience within a food manufacturing environment
Experience with in a Technical, Quality, QA or Production role would be advantageous
Understanding of HACCP, food safety and quality systems
Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
Confident communicator with the ability to work effectively across multiple departments
Competent IT skills, including Microsoft Office
Knowledge of BRCGS standards would be beneficial
What's On Offer
Salary up to £40,000
Opportunity to join a growing and successful food manufacturer
Career development and progression opportunities
Supportive and collaborative working environment
Chance to play a key role in maintaining high standards of food safety and quality
For further information, please apply with an up-to-date CV or contact us directly for a confidential discussion
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