Castell Howell Foods is Wales’ leading independent food service wholesaler, servicing the length and breadth of Wales, the Border Counties and the South West of England.
We currently have a vacancy for a Technical Administrator based at our HQ in Cross Hands and within our food manufacturing sites. This vacancy is to cover maternity leave and will run for a period of 18 months.
The successful candidate will assist the team in providing technical support at our storage and distribution HQ in Cross Hands and our Farm Fresh Fillings, Llandeilo Bakery and Preserves, and Celtic Coast Fish production units.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
1. To assist, when required, with internal and external third-party audit preparation including BRCGS and Salsa
2. Maintain the Supplier Approval and Certification Agilechilli database for Castell Howell Foods and Farm Fresh production units
3. To coordinate monthly Supplier Appraisals and regular traceability exercises
4. To ensure all Control and Critical Control Points (CCP’s) for the site are monitored and documented
5. To undertake monthly Good Hygiene Practice (GHP) and / or Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) audits
6. Undertake data logger temperature sampling to ensure the cold chain is maintained at all point of storage and distribution
7. Undertake regular water and product sampling and where required dip slide testing
8. To assist, when required, with Product Recalls / Product Withdrawals
9. Provide, when required, Health and Safety administration support
This role will vary daily and will require the ability to self-prioritise your workload and work independently. The role will include general administrative duties and require knowledge of Microsoft Office packages (Outlook/Excel/Word).
Experience in technical operations and Food Safety / HACCP qualifications preferred but not essential as full training will be given.
What we offer:
10. A full-time position working Monday-Friday 09:00-17:30 (37.5 hours)
11. A competitive salary based on experience - to be discussed at interview
12. 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
13. 5% Company contribution pension scheme
14. Generous discounted staff purchase scheme - save money on your weekly food shop
15. Subsidised canteen
16. Free onsite parking
Additional Information:
17. Proof of eligibility to work in the UK is required
18. DBS check required
19. Driving licence required. (A pool vehicle will be provided for travel between sites).
Castell Howell is a member of the Armed Forces Covenant and encourages applications from veterans.