Location - Northampton Pay - £14.00 – £15.00 per hour Hours - 40–45 hours per week + overtime available
A well-established food manufacturing business is looking for a hands-on Technical Assistant to join its growing technical team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with food manufacturing or quality experience who enjoys being on the factory floor and working closely with production teams to maintain high food safety and quality standards.
This is not a desk-based role - the successful candidate will play a key part in day-to-day factory operations, ensuring compliance, hygiene, GMP, and product quality standards are consistently achieved.
Key responsibilities include:
Supporting food safety, quality, and compliance systems across the site
Monitoring hygiene, GMP, and production standards on the factory floor
Assisting with HACCP documentation, traceability, and technical records
Carrying out product sampling, microbiological swabbing, and quality testing
Supporting third-party audits including BRCGS and retailer audits
Working closely with production teams to maintain standards and resolve issues
Assisting with investigations, corrective actions, and continuous improvement projects
Supporting staff training and promoting a strong food safety culture
What We’re Looking For
Previous experience within food manufacturing, quality, or technical environments
Comfortable working in a fast-paced production setting
Strong understanding of food safety, hygiene, and GMP standards
Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
Confident communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally
Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office
Desirable
Food Safety Level 2 or 3 qualification
Knowledge of HACCP, BRCGS, and retailer standards
Audit experience or audit support experience
Experience within meat manufacturing or high-risk food production
What’s on Offer
Competitive hourly pay
Full-time, stable hours with overtime opportunities
Long-term career development opportunities
Supportive and professional working environment
Opportunity to join a growing and well-established food manufacturing business
Apply now with your CV for immediate consideration to discuss further with Gabriella Saunders at ACS Staffing Solutions