Technical Coordinator

Description

Technical Coordinator

Location: Stevenage

Salary: £33,000 - £37,000 per annum

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Technical Coordinator – 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 an experienced Technical Coordinator to join their Technical team, supporting the Technical & NPD Manager across quality assurance, food safety, compliance and product development.

This is a varied opportunity for someone with 2–3 years' experience in a food or drink technical role who is ready to take the next step in their career. You'll have the opportunity to take ownership of audits and certification schemes, manage key technical processes and work closely with customers, suppliers and internal departments.

Technical Coordinator – Details

Monday to Friday, full-time

Based in Stevenage

£33,000 - £37,000 per annum

23 days' annual leave plus Bank Holidays, increasing with service

Additional half day off for your birthday

Perkbox membership with monthly flexi-points and exclusive discounts

24/7 confidential wellbeing support

Staff discounts across company products

Company pension scheme

Enhanced family leave and Death in Service benefit

Free onsite parking

Cycle to Work scheme

Technical Coordinator – Responsibilities

Prepare for and lead internal, customer, supplier and third-party audits, including BRCGS, managing corrective actions through to completion

Manage certification schemes including Rainforest Alliance, Fairtrade, Vegetarian Society and Halal, overseeing applications, renewals, audits and product registrations

Create, review and maintain raw material and finished product specifications, ensuring these are updated following any changes to recipes, suppliers or processes

Manage supplier approval processes, maintaining accurate records, certificates, questionnaires and risk assessments

Review product artwork and packaging to ensure compliance with specifications, food labelling legislation, allergen requirements and certification guidelines

Investigate customer complaints, identify root causes and coordinate corrective actions

Support HACCP reviews, validation and the ongoing maintenance of the Quality Management System (QMS)

Maintain technical documentation, traceability records and product recall testing

Complete customer technical questionnaires, requests and portal updates within agreed timescales

Provide technical support throughout new product development, including raw material and recipe checks, specifications, labelling and product launches

Work closely with internal departments, customers and suppliers to maintain technical standards and resolve queries

Deputise for the Technical Manager when required

Technical Coordinator – What We're Looking For

2–3 years' experience in a food or drink technical, quality or compliance role

Practical experience supporting and delivering internal, customer, supplier or third-party audits

Experience managing certification schemes such as Rainforest Alliance, Fairtrade, Vegetarian Society or Halal

Working knowledge of BRCGS or SALSA, HACCP, allergen management and UK food labelling legislation

Experience creating and maintaining product specifications and reviewing artwork

Level 3 Food Safety and Level 3 HACCP qualifications

A degree in Food Science, Food Technology or a related subject, or equivalent industry experience

Strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate technical records

Excellent organisation and the ability to manage competing priorities

Confident communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with customers, suppliers and internal teams

Good IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook

A proactive approach, with the confidence to take ownership and work independently

Experience within beverage, syrup, sauce or powder manufacturing would be beneficial, as would supplier auditing experience, knowledge of additional certification schemes such as organic, kosher or vegan, and familiarity with specification management systems such as TraceGains or Food Logic. xjnqpsq Internal Auditor or BRCGS training would also be advantageous.

If you're looking to take the next step in your technical career, with the opportunity to lead audits, manage certification schemes and take ownership of key quality and compliance processes within a growing business, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your CV.

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