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. 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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