Technical Production Assistant - Morgan Jones : Job Details

Technical Production Assistant - Join a Leading Packhouse Team!Location: Ash, Kent

Salary: Highly competitive DOE

Reporting to: Packhouse Manager & General Packhouse ManagerDirect Reports: Quality Assurance Team

We’re looking for a skilled Technical Production Assistant to join an ambitious Packhouse team in Ash, Kent! As a key player in this role, you’ll oversee production efficiency, reduce packaging waste, and support technical operations, ensuring all quality standards are met.

Hours: Monday - Friday 7 am - 5 pm, Saturday vary from a half day to full day depending upon the needs of the business. Flexibility required

What You’ll Be Doing

• Drive Efficiency: Monitor production KPIs, working closely with Line Leaders to reduce waste and enhance team productivity.
• Quality Control Leadership: Lead the QA team, ensuring all products align with top-tier standards.
• Technical Support: Handle tasks like customer complaints, quality assessments, GMP checks, and internal audits.
• Compliance Focus: Maintain documentation to meet BRC standards and prepare for meetings and reports on quality and shelf life.
• Team Collaboration: Work alongside the Packhouse Manager, stepping in as deputy as needed, while building a strong, cohesive team.

Skills & Knowledge You’ll Bring

• Production Expertise: Background in production and efficiency monitoring, ideally in fresh produce.
• Interpersonal Skills: Team-oriented with strong communication and flexibility.
• Organisational Savvy: Good at managing tasks, setting priorities, and staying on top of key performance targets.
• Technical Know-How: Familiarity with quality checks, hygiene standards, and relevant food safety certifications like Level 2 Hygiene, food safety, and HACCP.

Key Performance Goals

• Achieve targeted KPI improvements.
• Complete all QA paperwork on time and in full.
• Proactively manage intake issues and quality control to avoid rejections.

Why Apply?

This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your skills in production and quality control within a supportive team. If you’re ready to bring your expertise to a role with real impact, apply today!

Morgan Jones is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

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