My client is looking to employ a Technical Assistant based in Northampton
The Technical Assistant will report directly to the Technical Manager and will be part of a small Technical team. The successful candidate will be responsible for upholding food safety and quality procedures.
Duties and responsibilities
* · Monitoring and verification of quality control checks ensuring compliance with customer specifications.
* · Carrying out GMP audits against Food Safety and Quality Policies and Procedures
* · Carrying out Fabrication and Glass and Plastic audits against Food Safety and Quality Policies and Procedures
* · Coordinate actions for non-conformances with relevant teams to effectively implement corrective and preventative actions.
* · Training of operatives in relation to food safety and quality requirements
* · Assisting with external audits such as BRCGS.
* · Assisting with completing export product checks and paperwork
* · Complete designated tasks as defined in the quality management and HACCP system.
Essential Criteria:
* · Food Related Qualification or proven related experience
* · Knowledge of HACCP principles
* · IT Literate
* · Excellent organisation and communication skills
* · Competent in record keeping
* · Motivated with ability to work on own initiative
* · Have a can-do attitude and commitment to safety
* · Flexibility towards working hours
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent