Innovation & Quality Technologist (1384)

Overview of role

Key Accountabilities

• Collate details from various sources to instruct bakeries in their programme of NPD trials, (details will include recipes, allergens, testing regimes).
• Upload Trial Request documents and Sample Request documents on the AB Intranet.
• Liaise directly with bakeries to solve queries regarding the site trials programme and with sub-contracted laboratories to chase/query test results.
• Understand the sample logging process in the ATC laboratory so that effective communication maintained with sub-contracted laboratories to chase/query test results.
• Monitor results and produce summary reports for stakeholders such as NPD managers.
• Write QAS documents from information already obtained or resulting from quality assessment session in which you will participate.
• Support the provision of draft and final photographic standards for all AB products including printing and laminating.
• Measure quality attributes as appropriate on new and amended products, e.g. dimensions
• Ad hoc duties including supporting with Specifications, Packaging Specs, Food Safety, data transfer & responding to customer queries.

• Degree / equivalent in Food Science or related discipline.
• A keen interest in food science and the food industry in general.
• Good numeracy skills and proficient in the manipulation of technical data.
• High attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Good time management skills and the ability to work to tight deadlines without compromising accuracy and attention to detail is crucial.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Good team worker who promotes the team culture but is able to work on own initiative when required.
• Good understanding of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook is essential.

The Right Person

• Salary, £28-32k per annum, dependent on experience
• 33 days annual leave
• Matching employer pension contributions of up to 10% (inclusive of Life Assurance)
• Benefits for you and your family through our ‘Extra Slice’ scheme, which provides great savings at more than 500 businesses/outlets including Tesco, Sainsbury, M&S, Curry's/PC World, including healthcare and saving on your holidays.
• Cycle to work scheme- Getting you to get to work with a range of great bikes on offer.
• Family-friendly and flexible working schemes - designed to support the needs of employees and the business.
• Employee Assistance Programme - A free and confidential support service for employees covering various topics, including financial guidance through to relationship and legal advice.
• Charitable giving - we are launching a charity partnership with Save the Children. You can deliver a slice of kindness through donating to a charity through payroll.