Jobs in Old Hurst

Technologist
Huntingdon | Full-Time | Monday-Friday

Do you enjoy working with data, specifications, and product quality? Are you looking to build your career within a fast-paced technical environment where no two days are the same?

We are looking for a motivated technologist to join the business and support the delivery of high standards across quality, compliance, and customer expectations.

Working alongside the Head of Technical, you'll help ensure products meet retailer, legal, and internal requirements while supporting continuous improvement activities across the supply chain.
This opportunity would suit someone already working within food manufacturing, fresh produce, horticulture, or FMCG who is keen to develop within a growing technical team.
What You'll Be Doing
You'll play a key role in supporting technical operations across a range of customer accounts and product categories. The role combines technical administration, quality analysis, customer support, and cross-functional collaboration.
Key duties will include:
Supporting customer technical requirements across designated accounts
Producing reports, technical updates, and documentation for customers and internal teams
Reviewing complaint and quality performance data to identify recurring trends
Assisting with investigations and monitoring follow-up actions to drive improvements
Maintaining specifications, technical records, and compliance documentation
Ensuring product information remains accurate and aligned with retailer and legal standards
Updating customer portals and internal systems with relevant technical information
Working closely with Production, Procurement, Commercial, and Quality teams on technical projects and product launches
Supporting audits, customer visits, and seasonal readiness activities

What We're Looking For
We're keen to speak with organised and detail-oriented individuals who can confidently manage multiple priorities while maintaining high standards of accuracy.

You'll ideally have:
Experience within a technical, quality, or compliance role in food, fresh produce, horticulture, or a related industry
Strong attention to detail and confidence handling technical documentation and specifications
The ability to analyse quality or complaint data and identify improvement opportunities
Good communication skills and the ability to build positive working relationships
A proactive mindset with a willingness to learn and contribute across the wider business
Additional Experience That Would Be Beneficial
Exposure to retailer technical systems or customer portals
Understanding of HACCP, BRCGS, or food safety standards
Experience supporting retailer accounts within a manufacturing environment
Strong Microsoft Excel and reporting skills

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to grow their technical career within a supportive and forward-thinking environment.
Interested?
Apply today and become part of a business where quality and innovation go hand in hand