Food Technology Roles within the Food Industry

Food Technology is the application of science and engineering to the refining, manufacturing, and handling of foods. Food Technical specialists are integral to the success of all food manufacturing businesses. Building a relationship between customers and the company is a vital element of these roles.

Food Technology positions within the Food Industry demand enthusiastic individuals with a scientific background and strong inter-personal skills.

Food Technology Jobs in the Food Industry

Central Technical Resource Manager

The ability to embrace best practice in food quality management, auditing, hygiene and NPD support are all essential requirements for this position. The Central Technical Resource Manager is a consultancy-like role working from Head Office and entails influencing colleagues across the group to raise and maintain technical integrity.

Technical Manager

The role of Technical Manager covers the management of all aspects of the technical function including quality systems, auditing and ensuring quality conformance. The Technical Manager works closely with the production manager to successfully implement quality standards and ensure conformance to Trading Standards and current food legislation.

Microbiology Services Manager

The role of Microbiology Services Manager is to ensure that laboratories fulfill all company and customer requirements and provide expert advice regarding resolution of specific microbiological issues. The Microbiology Services Manager will assist the manufacturing site laboratories in achieving and maintaining accreditation, and ensuring that microbiological analyses are effective, relevant, and accurate.

Quality Manager

The Quality Manager is expected to evaluate product quality and safety through the quality team, ensuring that quality systems and procedures are adhered to and that they are up to date and industry leading. The Quality Manager will also be expected to identify opportunities and deliver solutions for continuous business improvement.

Technical Co-Ordinator

The Technical Co-ordinator is the key contact for the customer relating to product specification and technical queries. Working closely with NPD and Production the Technical Co-Ordinator will ensure the successful transfer of concept samples and upgrades into the factory.

Specifications Technologist

The Specifications Technologist will be primarily responsible for product and raw material specifications. This role involves close co-operation with retailers and suppliers as well as regular contact with NPD so excellent communication skills are required.

Process Technologist

A Process Technologist maintains existing and establishes new systems to verify the safety, legality and quality of all new and existing products, manufactured by the company. The Process Technologist will liaise closely with other departments on HACCP implementation, raw material risk assessment and external audits.

If you are looking to put your food technology skills to good use, take a look at our current vacancies and either call us or apply online.