Technical Assistant Location: Stevenage Salary: £26,000 - £27,000 per annum Job Type: Full Time, Permanent Technical Assistant – About the Company Our client is a successful and growing business based in Stevenage, operating within the food and beverage sector and supplying products to customers across a range of markets. They are looking for a proactive and enthusiastic Technical Assistant to support the Technical Manager across quality assurance, food safety, product development and manufacturing processes. This is a varied opportunity to develop your technical knowledge, get involved in new product development and work closely with different departments across the business. Previous experience in a food or drink manufacturing environment would be beneficial, but a willingness to learn, attention to detail and a proactive approach are just as important. Technical Assistant – Details Monday to Friday, full-time Based in Stevenage £26,000 - £27,000 per annum 23 days' annual leave plus Bank Holidays Additional employee benefits and wellbeing support Company pension scheme Free onsite parking Long-term development opportunities Technical Assistant – Responsibilities Maintain the supplier approval database, ensuring records are accurate and up to date Create, review and update product specifications as required Check incoming raw materials against specifications and record results Assist with testing new products and formulations as part of research and development activities Support new product launches from initial concept through to factory implementation Respond to customer requests and internal queries in a timely manner Assist with the implementation and maintenance of the Quality Management System Support the business in maintaining its BRC accreditation and meeting food safety, quality, legality and customer requirements Contribute to HACCP activities, allergen management and food safety compliance Work closely with internal departments and key stakeholders to support technical projects Identify opportunities to improve products, processes and efficiency Take ownership of agreed tasks and deputise for the Technical Manager when required Technical Assistant – What We're Looking For Knowledge of, or an interest in, food, manufacturing or nutrition Good IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook Strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate records A proactive approach, with the confidence to take ownership of tasks Good communication skills and the ability to build relationships across different teams Strong organisation and the ability to manage competing priorities A willingness to learn, develop technical knowledge and contribute ideas A positive, flexible and team-focused approach Previous experience in food or drink manufacturing, technical quality, product development or food safety would be advantageous, as would knowledge of HACCP and BRC standards, but these are not essential. If you're looking to develop your technical career within a growing business, with the opportunity to get involved in product development and make a genuine contribution, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your CV. WGCCOMMPERM By applying to this job advertisement, you confirm you have read and understood our Data Protection and Privacy Statement and give OA Group authorisation to hold your provided data. Thank you for your interest in this vacancy, which is being advertised by OA Group, acting as an employment agency/business. Your application will be considered alongside others, and we will contact you within 3 working days if you have been shortlisted. Osborne Appointments is an award-winning recruitment agency specialising in the supply of temporary, contract and permanent placements