About the Role The Senior QA Manager is responsible for ensuring that all food production adheres to safety, regulatory, and customer requirements. Leading a team of Shift Technologists and QAs, this role is hands-on and emphasises compliance, conducting audits, and driving continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities • Leading and developing your team of Shift Technologists and Quality Controllers, working to ensure all food is produced to the agreed standards and specifications • Ensuring all food safety and hygiene standards are always adhered to, and that all colleagues are aware of their responsibilities • Maintaining a robust system for documentation, from incoming materials through to finished product • Investigating and incidents and non-conformance and putting corrective actions in place • Being a key contact for customer and BRC audits About You This role is ideal for a detail-oriented quality professional with strong leadership skills and a background in food production quality assurance. Key Skills • Prior experience of leading a technical/quality team in a manufacturing environment • Advanced Food Safety and Intermediate HACCP qualifications • Proactive and highly organised, able to prioritise a busy workload in a fast-paced environment • Good communications skills, able to work well with colleagues at all levels Benefits • 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) • Company pension scheme • Company sick pay - after qualifying period • Free onsite parking • Exclusive employee discount platform available via an app offering savings of up to 60% with brands including Asda, Morrisons, Marks and Spencer and Tesco. • Employee assistance programme. • Wisdom wellbeing app • Grocery Aid - employees access to counselling Our Referral Incentive: Due to the high amount of interest that we receive for each of our roles unfortunately we cannot respond to each application individually, therefore if you do not hear back from us you have not been shortlisted for this role. Please continue to check our website for any other roles which may be of interest. We offer a £500 referral if you introduce someone we place - see our website for details
Feb 03, 2026
Full time
About the Role The Senior QA Manager is responsible for ensuring that all food production adheres to safety, regulatory, and customer requirements. Leading a team of Shift Technologists and QAs, this role is hands-on and emphasises compliance, conducting audits, and driving continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities • Leading and developing your team of Shift Technologists and Quality Controllers, working to ensure all food is produced to the agreed standards and specifications • Ensuring all food safety and hygiene standards are always adhered to, and that all colleagues are aware of their responsibilities • Maintaining a robust system for documentation, from incoming materials through to finished product • Investigating and incidents and non-conformance and putting corrective actions in place • Being a key contact for customer and BRC audits About You This role is ideal for a detail-oriented quality professional with strong leadership skills and a background in food production quality assurance. Key Skills • Prior experience of leading a technical/quality team in a manufacturing environment • Advanced Food Safety and Intermediate HACCP qualifications • Proactive and highly organised, able to prioritise a busy workload in a fast-paced environment • Good communications skills, able to work well with colleagues at all levels Benefits • 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) • Company pension scheme • Company sick pay - after qualifying period • Free onsite parking • Exclusive employee discount platform available via an app offering savings of up to 60% with brands including Asda, Morrisons, Marks and Spencer and Tesco. • Employee assistance programme. • Wisdom wellbeing app • Grocery Aid - employees access to counselling Our Referral Incentive: Due to the high amount of interest that we receive for each of our roles unfortunately we cannot respond to each application individually, therefore if you do not hear back from us you have not been shortlisted for this role. Please continue to check our website for any other roles which may be of interest. We offer a £500 referral if you introduce someone we place - see our website for details
Quality Technologist - Supplier (Full-time, Permanent) Hybrid - 2 Office days, Central London Unlock your potential with Prinova We are Prinova, a leading global supplier of ingredients and premix manufacturing solutions and trusted by the world s best-known food, beverage, and nutrition brands. Part of the NAGASE Group, our expertise lies in Ingredient Distribution, Manufacturing Solutions, and Customized Services. Our global network of colleagues, located in offices and manufacturing facilities around the world, deliver sustainable value-added solutions to our customers. We are recognized for our deep expertise, commitment to excellence, and bold innovation which have earned us a strong reputation as a trusted industry leader. Wherever your career is headed, you ll find direction, opportunity, and belonging with us. What does a Quality Technologist role mean at Prinova? The role is within our Supplier Audit Pack Quality team and involves renewal of audit pack documents and new supplier approvals. Other duties may be assigned to provide day-to-day support to the quality department. What s in it for you? Personal growth, including training and development opportunities Health Cash Plan Subsidised gym membership What to expect? Supplier monitoring and renewing audit packs documentation. This involves: Renewal of audit packs according to Prinova Requirements (food and feed products) Approval of New Suppliers Evaluate Risk Assessment Navigate within the internal system (FBSS, Docuware, ADW) Animal feed approval Organic Approval Participate in HACCP meetings Approve toll manufacturing orders and resolve related issues and queries. Respond to technical queries from customers & suppliers related to our ingredients, also to quality and food safety, etc. Execute & participate in projects identified by the business for a continuous improvement of the Quality Management System. Review blocked inventory. Does this sound like you? Chinese language skills are highly desirable Good understanding of Quality (Technical) requirements and standards of the food industry: HACCP, BRC Food, Agents and Brokers. Additional nice to have: FAMI-QS (animal feed), Organic / BIO, Kosher, Halal, IFS Logistics. Over 3 years of experience in a Quality, Technical or R&D role in the Food, Ingredients or Supplements industry. Some experience in auditing. Some experience in resolving non-conformances or complaints. High level of business and technical English. IT literate with proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. Especially proficient in Excel. Experience working with retail online specification systems is desirable but not essential - QADEX, Hamilton Grant. Food legislation / labelling training or understanding is essential. Interested? We would love to hear from you. Submit your CV by clicking Apply.
Jan 30, 2026
Full time
Quality Technologist - Supplier (Full-time, Permanent) Hybrid - 2 Office days, Central London Unlock your potential with Prinova We are Prinova, a leading global supplier of ingredients and premix manufacturing solutions and trusted by the world s best-known food, beverage, and nutrition brands. Part of the NAGASE Group, our expertise lies in Ingredient Distribution, Manufacturing Solutions, and Customized Services. Our global network of colleagues, located in offices and manufacturing facilities around the world, deliver sustainable value-added solutions to our customers. We are recognized for our deep expertise, commitment to excellence, and bold innovation which have earned us a strong reputation as a trusted industry leader. Wherever your career is headed, you ll find direction, opportunity, and belonging with us. What does a Quality Technologist role mean at Prinova? The role is within our Supplier Audit Pack Quality team and involves renewal of audit pack documents and new supplier approvals. Other duties may be assigned to provide day-to-day support to the quality department. What s in it for you? Personal growth, including training and development opportunities Health Cash Plan Subsidised gym membership What to expect? Supplier monitoring and renewing audit packs documentation. This involves: Renewal of audit packs according to Prinova Requirements (food and feed products) Approval of New Suppliers Evaluate Risk Assessment Navigate within the internal system (FBSS, Docuware, ADW) Animal feed approval Organic Approval Participate in HACCP meetings Approve toll manufacturing orders and resolve related issues and queries. Respond to technical queries from customers & suppliers related to our ingredients, also to quality and food safety, etc. Execute & participate in projects identified by the business for a continuous improvement of the Quality Management System. Review blocked inventory. Does this sound like you? Chinese language skills are highly desirable Good understanding of Quality (Technical) requirements and standards of the food industry: HACCP, BRC Food, Agents and Brokers. Additional nice to have: FAMI-QS (animal feed), Organic / BIO, Kosher, Halal, IFS Logistics. Over 3 years of experience in a Quality, Technical or R&D role in the Food, Ingredients or Supplements industry. Some experience in auditing. Some experience in resolving non-conformances or complaints. High level of business and technical English. IT literate with proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. Especially proficient in Excel. Experience working with retail online specification systems is desirable but not essential - QADEX, Hamilton Grant. Food legislation / labelling training or understanding is essential. Interested? We would love to hear from you. Submit your CV by clicking Apply.
Specification Technologist 6-Month FTC We re looking for a Specification Technologist who s obsessive about detail and confident owning the full specification process - from supplier approvals to artwork sign-off and retailer systems. You ll manage own-label and branded product specifications, ensuring everything is accurate, compliant, and launch-ready. This is a hands-on role working closely with NPD, QA, Procurement, Production, customers, and suppliers to keep products moving and audits clean. What you ll be doing Owning and maintaining product specifications across retailer systems Managing supplier approvals, risk assessments, VACCP, food defence, and authenticity Reviewing and approving artwork, labelling, allergen and nutritional data Ensuring compliance with UK, EU, and US food legislation and customer standards Supporting product launches, shelf-life testing, and QAS Preparing technical documentation for customer and BRC audits Owning the Hamilton Grand recipes & specification system What you ll need Strong food science and manufacturing knowledge Exceptional attention to detail and organisation Experience with retailer specification systems Food Hygiene Level 3 (minimum) Confident communicator with solid IT skills Nice to have Bakery background BRC experience Internal Auditor qualification Hamilton Grand experience If you like ownership, pace, and getting things right first time , this one s for you.
Jan 29, 2026
Full time
Specification Technologist 6-Month FTC We re looking for a Specification Technologist who s obsessive about detail and confident owning the full specification process - from supplier approvals to artwork sign-off and retailer systems. You ll manage own-label and branded product specifications, ensuring everything is accurate, compliant, and launch-ready. This is a hands-on role working closely with NPD, QA, Procurement, Production, customers, and suppliers to keep products moving and audits clean. What you ll be doing Owning and maintaining product specifications across retailer systems Managing supplier approvals, risk assessments, VACCP, food defence, and authenticity Reviewing and approving artwork, labelling, allergen and nutritional data Ensuring compliance with UK, EU, and US food legislation and customer standards Supporting product launches, shelf-life testing, and QAS Preparing technical documentation for customer and BRC audits Owning the Hamilton Grand recipes & specification system What you ll need Strong food science and manufacturing knowledge Exceptional attention to detail and organisation Experience with retailer specification systems Food Hygiene Level 3 (minimum) Confident communicator with solid IT skills Nice to have Bakery background BRC experience Internal Auditor qualification Hamilton Grand experience If you like ownership, pace, and getting things right first time , this one s for you.
Quality Technologist - Supplier (Full-time, 10 months fixed term contract) Hybrid - 2 Office days, Central London Unlock your potential with Prinova We are Prinova, a leading global supplier of ingredients and premix manufacturing solutions and trusted by the world s best-known food, beverage, and nutrition brands. Part of the NAGASE Group, our expertise lies in Ingredient Distribution, Manufacturing Solutions, and Customized Services. Our global network of colleagues, located in offices and manufacturing facilities around the world, deliver sustainable value-added solutions to our customers. We are recognized for our deep expertise, commitment to excellence, and bold innovation which have earned us a strong reputation as a trusted industry leader. Wherever your career is headed, you ll find direction, opportunity, and belonging with us. What does a Quality Technologist role mean at Prinova? The role is within our Supplier Audit Pack Quality team and involves renewal of audit pack documents and new supplier approvals. Other duties may be assigned to provide day-to-day support to the quality department. What s in it for you? Personal growth, including training and development opportunities Health Cash Plan Subsidised gym membership What to expect? Supplier monitoring and renewing audit packs documentation. This involves: Renewal of audit packs according to Prinova Requirements (food and feed products) Approval of New Suppliers Evaluate Risk Assessment Navigate within the internal system (FBSS, Docuware, ADW) Animal feed approval Organic Approval Participate in HACCP meetings Approve toll manufacturing orders and resolve related issues and queries. Respond to technical queries from customers & suppliers related to our ingredients, also to quality and food safety, etc. Execute & participate in projects identified by the business for a continuous improvement of the Quality Management System. Review blocked inventory. Support all other Quality department tasks according to workload and priorities. Does this sound like you? Chinese language skills are highly desirable Good understanding of Quality (Technical) requirements and standards of the food industry: HACCP, BRC Food, Agents and Brokers. Additional nice to have: FAMI-QS (animal feed), Organic / BIO, Kosher, Halal, IFS Logistics. Over 3 years of experience in a Quality, Technical or R&D role in the Food, Ingredients or Supplements industry. Some experience in auditing. Some experience in resolving non-conformances or complaints. High level of business and technical English. IT literate with proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. Especially proficient in Excel. Experience working with retail online specification systems is desirable but not essential - QADEX, Hamilton Grant. Food legislation / labelling training or understanding is essential. Interested? We would love to hear from you. Submit your CV by clicking Apply.
Jan 20, 2026
Seasonal
Quality Technologist - Supplier (Full-time, 10 months fixed term contract) Hybrid - 2 Office days, Central London Unlock your potential with Prinova We are Prinova, a leading global supplier of ingredients and premix manufacturing solutions and trusted by the world s best-known food, beverage, and nutrition brands. Part of the NAGASE Group, our expertise lies in Ingredient Distribution, Manufacturing Solutions, and Customized Services. Our global network of colleagues, located in offices and manufacturing facilities around the world, deliver sustainable value-added solutions to our customers. We are recognized for our deep expertise, commitment to excellence, and bold innovation which have earned us a strong reputation as a trusted industry leader. Wherever your career is headed, you ll find direction, opportunity, and belonging with us. What does a Quality Technologist role mean at Prinova? The role is within our Supplier Audit Pack Quality team and involves renewal of audit pack documents and new supplier approvals. Other duties may be assigned to provide day-to-day support to the quality department. What s in it for you? Personal growth, including training and development opportunities Health Cash Plan Subsidised gym membership What to expect? Supplier monitoring and renewing audit packs documentation. This involves: Renewal of audit packs according to Prinova Requirements (food and feed products) Approval of New Suppliers Evaluate Risk Assessment Navigate within the internal system (FBSS, Docuware, ADW) Animal feed approval Organic Approval Participate in HACCP meetings Approve toll manufacturing orders and resolve related issues and queries. Respond to technical queries from customers & suppliers related to our ingredients, also to quality and food safety, etc. Execute & participate in projects identified by the business for a continuous improvement of the Quality Management System. Review blocked inventory. Support all other Quality department tasks according to workload and priorities. Does this sound like you? Chinese language skills are highly desirable Good understanding of Quality (Technical) requirements and standards of the food industry: HACCP, BRC Food, Agents and Brokers. Additional nice to have: FAMI-QS (animal feed), Organic / BIO, Kosher, Halal, IFS Logistics. Over 3 years of experience in a Quality, Technical or R&D role in the Food, Ingredients or Supplements industry. Some experience in auditing. Some experience in resolving non-conformances or complaints. High level of business and technical English. IT literate with proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. Especially proficient in Excel. Experience working with retail online specification systems is desirable but not essential - QADEX, Hamilton Grant. Food legislation / labelling training or understanding is essential. Interested? We would love to hear from you. Submit your CV by clicking Apply.
We are partnering with a well-established and highly respected food manufacturing business to appoint a Process Manager at one of their flagship sites. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Process Technologist or Senior Process Technologist ready to step into a broader leadership role while remaining hands-on with process development. The business is known for valuing its people and offers a strong benefits package. In this role, you will lead all site process development activities, managing projects from handover through to factory launch. You will ensure new and reformulated products meet food safety, legal and quality standards, working closely with QA, Operations, NPD and Purchasing. Responsibilities include validations, managing process and material changes, HACCP compliance, and deputising for the Technical Manager when required. You will also lead, coach and develop the Process Development team, making this an ideal step for someone with strong technical expertise looking to increase their site-wide influence. Candidates should have a food-related degree (or equivalent experience), strong process development and validation experience within chilled or short shelf-life manufacturing and solid HACCP knowledge. If you are looking to take the next step in your technical career or seeking a fresh challenge with a supportive employer, we would welcome your application. For further information or for a confidential conversation, please contact Nicola Richardson on (phone number removed) or via (url removed) As you know over here at Zest we like to do things properly and always want to keep you, the candidate in the loop. Applying to this 'one of a kind' role you give Zest permission to hold your information. If you want to know more about how Zest look after your personal information please visit our privacy policy on the website (url removed)
Jan 19, 2026
Full time
We are partnering with a well-established and highly respected food manufacturing business to appoint a Process Manager at one of their flagship sites. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Process Technologist or Senior Process Technologist ready to step into a broader leadership role while remaining hands-on with process development. The business is known for valuing its people and offers a strong benefits package. In this role, you will lead all site process development activities, managing projects from handover through to factory launch. You will ensure new and reformulated products meet food safety, legal and quality standards, working closely with QA, Operations, NPD and Purchasing. Responsibilities include validations, managing process and material changes, HACCP compliance, and deputising for the Technical Manager when required. You will also lead, coach and develop the Process Development team, making this an ideal step for someone with strong technical expertise looking to increase their site-wide influence. Candidates should have a food-related degree (or equivalent experience), strong process development and validation experience within chilled or short shelf-life manufacturing and solid HACCP knowledge. If you are looking to take the next step in your technical career or seeking a fresh challenge with a supportive employer, we would welcome your application. For further information or for a confidential conversation, please contact Nicola Richardson on (phone number removed) or via (url removed) As you know over here at Zest we like to do things properly and always want to keep you, the candidate in the loop. Applying to this 'one of a kind' role you give Zest permission to hold your information. If you want to know more about how Zest look after your personal information please visit our privacy policy on the website (url removed)
This is an exciting opportunity for a QA Technician to join a thriving team. Client Details Global QSR business, looking after the EMEA region Description Deliver small-scale projects that contribute to product innovation and technical excellence Review supplier samples against submission information, in house testing and provide feedback on the product Identify and implement new systems and processes to improve speed to market Work closely with suppliers to implement product performance standards and ensure timely approvals Ensure manufacturing sites meet Starbucks technical and ethical standards, including reviewing audits and corrective actions. Ensure products comply with industry regulations, Starbucks quality standards, and sustainability initiatives. Monitor category performance, complaint data, to drive continuous improvement. Profile A successful QA Technician should have: A degree or equivalent in Food Science, Food Technology, Scientific Engineering or related quality field in consumer/ household goods HACCP Level 3 Food contact material knowledge Technical experience within Manufacturing, Quality or Retail Able to influence cross functionally and across all levels within the business Experience working with both internal and external stakeholders Previous experience as a Product Technologist in a product facing role Strong attention to detail Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)., experience in Power BI is desirable Ability to collect data, organise, analyse and capture conclusions as well as excellent analytical and report writing skills Job Offer Competitive salary Attractive bonus and comprehensive benefits package. Opportunity to work with a respected name in the Leisure, Travel & Tourism industry. Permanent role offering job security and career growth. Based in the vibrant city of London. If you are ready to take the next step in your career as a QA Technician, apply today to join a company that values quality and innovation.
Jan 15, 2026
Full time
This is an exciting opportunity for a QA Technician to join a thriving team. Client Details Global QSR business, looking after the EMEA region Description Deliver small-scale projects that contribute to product innovation and technical excellence Review supplier samples against submission information, in house testing and provide feedback on the product Identify and implement new systems and processes to improve speed to market Work closely with suppliers to implement product performance standards and ensure timely approvals Ensure manufacturing sites meet Starbucks technical and ethical standards, including reviewing audits and corrective actions. Ensure products comply with industry regulations, Starbucks quality standards, and sustainability initiatives. Monitor category performance, complaint data, to drive continuous improvement. Profile A successful QA Technician should have: A degree or equivalent in Food Science, Food Technology, Scientific Engineering or related quality field in consumer/ household goods HACCP Level 3 Food contact material knowledge Technical experience within Manufacturing, Quality or Retail Able to influence cross functionally and across all levels within the business Experience working with both internal and external stakeholders Previous experience as a Product Technologist in a product facing role Strong attention to detail Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)., experience in Power BI is desirable Ability to collect data, organise, analyse and capture conclusions as well as excellent analytical and report writing skills Job Offer Competitive salary Attractive bonus and comprehensive benefits package. Opportunity to work with a respected name in the Leisure, Travel & Tourism industry. Permanent role offering job security and career growth. Based in the vibrant city of London. If you are ready to take the next step in your career as a QA Technician, apply today to join a company that values quality and innovation.
Development Technologist Location: Gainsborough, Lincolnshire Job Type: Full-time Salary: 30-35k Are you passionate about food and driven by innovation? We're looking for a Development Technologist to join our dynamic NPD team and help bring exciting new products to life! This is your chance to play a key role in shaping the future of food, supporting product launches, and ensuring every detail meets the highest standards. What You'll Be Doing Be the backbone of our Development Team, working across a diverse customer base to deliver exceptional products. Champion the gated NPD process, managing key admin tasks and supporting feasibility and stage-gate meetings. Own compliance checks and nutritional data generation (using NutriCalc), ensuring products meet customer policies and legislation. Prepare spot-on documentation for customer submissions-forms, tasting booklets, and more. Conduct benchmarking to keep our products ahead of the curve. Dive into hands-on validation work-from cooking trials to freeze-thaw testing. Stay ahead of food trends and bring fresh ideas to the table. Support factory trials and scale-ups for smooth product launches. Promote a food-first culture internally and externally. Manage recipe input and raw material sourcing to keep projects on track. Assist with product sampling and build robust QAS documentation. What We're Looking For Degree in a food-related discipline. A genuine passion for food and innovation. Commercial awareness with the ability to develop products to cost. Strong IT skills (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and familiarity with internal systems. Excellent attention to detail and interpersonal skills. Team player with knowledge of nutrition and ability to calculate nutritional info. Ready to make your mark in food innovation? Apply now with your CV and I will reach out with more information!
Jan 15, 2026
Full time
Development Technologist Location: Gainsborough, Lincolnshire Job Type: Full-time Salary: 30-35k Are you passionate about food and driven by innovation? We're looking for a Development Technologist to join our dynamic NPD team and help bring exciting new products to life! This is your chance to play a key role in shaping the future of food, supporting product launches, and ensuring every detail meets the highest standards. What You'll Be Doing Be the backbone of our Development Team, working across a diverse customer base to deliver exceptional products. Champion the gated NPD process, managing key admin tasks and supporting feasibility and stage-gate meetings. Own compliance checks and nutritional data generation (using NutriCalc), ensuring products meet customer policies and legislation. Prepare spot-on documentation for customer submissions-forms, tasting booklets, and more. Conduct benchmarking to keep our products ahead of the curve. Dive into hands-on validation work-from cooking trials to freeze-thaw testing. Stay ahead of food trends and bring fresh ideas to the table. Support factory trials and scale-ups for smooth product launches. Promote a food-first culture internally and externally. Manage recipe input and raw material sourcing to keep projects on track. Assist with product sampling and build robust QAS documentation. What We're Looking For Degree in a food-related discipline. A genuine passion for food and innovation. Commercial awareness with the ability to develop products to cost. Strong IT skills (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and familiarity with internal systems. Excellent attention to detail and interpersonal skills. Team player with knowledge of nutrition and ability to calculate nutritional info. Ready to make your mark in food innovation? Apply now with your CV and I will reach out with more information!
