Job description
Food Technologist
We are looking to recruit a Food Technologist to join our Technical Team in our food manufacturing facility in Ashington, Northumberland. The successful candidate will support the factory manager to ensure all elements of food safety, legality and quality are maintained to the required standards across the site and the retail estate.
As a member of a small team, the successful candidate will be involved in all aspects of the technical department from raw material and supplier approval, through to finished product analysis. The role is predominantly hands on, with most of the successful candidates time spent on the factory floor or in the office with involvement in all elements of the manufacturing operation.
Key responsibilities include
- Raw materials microbiological risk assessments.
- Supplier approvals
- Assist the site in the maintenance of its BRC AA grade.
- Undertake internal audits of the Quality Management System
- Complete supplier specifications,
- Undertake internal audits of the production operations.
- Carry out finished product analysis.
- Assist with all customer and 3rd party audits
To be successful in the role you will need to be degree qualified in food science/food technology or a similar discipline. You will also need an understanding of HACCP. Experience working in food/meat processing is essential, with bakery manufacturing desirable.
An ability to communicate effectively from factory floor to senior management level, as well as a curious mind with a ‘can do’ attitude and a willingness to be ‘hands on’ when necessary is required. The successful candidate will need a keen eye for detail and a tenacious determination to ensure standards are met and maintained. The role will need a genuine team worker with a flexible attitude and willingness to become involved in tasks outside of your comfort zone.
Benefits
- 28 days inclusive of bank holidays
- Company pension scheme
- Free on-site parking
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Graduate
Salary: From £22,000.00 per year
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: One location
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: From £22,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- food technology: 2 years (required)
Work Location: One location
Reference ID: FT001