Food Science and Technology Graduate

1 day ago

Kirkham, Lancashire, United Kingdom Kepak Group Full time
Succeed in the Meat Processing Industry with Kepak Group

Are you a talented and ambitious individual seeking a challenging role in the meat processing industry? Do you have a passion for learning and a desire to work in a dynamic environment? If so, we invite you to apply for our Technical 12-Month Industrial Placement Programme at Kepak Group.

About the Programme

This 12-month placement programme is designed to provide university students with invaluable experience in the technical aspects of our business. As a Technical Placement Programme Specialist, you will participate in rotational placements across various technical departments, including hygiene, quality control, and production. You will also be responsible for conducting daily hygiene checks, product quality assessments, and equipment inspections to ensure compliance with company and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

  • Hygiene and Quality Control: Conduct daily hygiene checks, product quality assessments, and equipment inspections to ensure compliance with company and regulatory standards.
  • Data Analysis: Analyze quality control data to identify trends and implement corrective actions to maintain product standards.
  • Communication: Communicate quality issues and resolutions within the QC team and with other stakeholders such as production supervisors and line workers.
  • Relationship Building: Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders, maintaining assertiveness when addressing quality concerns while fostering a collaborative working environment.
  • Compliance: Ensure the implementation and adherence to food safety laws, customer requirements, and internal standards, communicating these effectively to all levels within the company.

Competencies

We are looking for candidates who possess the following key competencies:

  • Attention to Detail: Ability to perform repetitive tasks consistently while maintaining high levels of accuracy.
  • Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to quickly grasp complex concepts.
  • Time Management: Efficiently manage daily tasks to ensure all duties are completed within designated timeframes.
  • Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills; able to work cross-functionally and at various levels of the organization.
  • Adaptability: Willingness to learn and adapt to various roles within the technical team, with the potential to manage people in the future.

Benefits

  • Competitive Salary: £22,500 per annum.
  • Employee Discount Scheme: Enjoy discounts on our products and services.
  • Service-Related Annual Leave: Take advantage of our generous holiday policy.
  • Discounted Health Insurance: Stay healthy and save money with our exclusive insurance rates.
  • Educational Assistance/L&D: Develop your skills and knowledge with our comprehensive training program.
  • Discounted Meat Products: Enjoy our delicious products at discounted prices.
  • Cycle to Work Scheme: Make commuting easy and affordable with our cycle-to-work scheme.
  • Employee Assistance Program: Access confidential support and guidance whenever you need it.

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