Job Description

Job description

Antrim Hills Spring Water is a soft drink production company based just outside Ballyclare, Northern Ireland, committed to providing equal opportunities and the highest standards in quality and safety.

We are searching for an enthusiastic, technically competent Food Technologist to join our growing team!

General duties:

Ensure Antrim Hills remains compliant with all food safety standards and employee training. Ensure all products manufactured meet the required standard as outlined in the product specification and supporting documentation, protecting the reputation of the brand. Innovate to create new products and update existing products, to keep with current food and drink trends. Effectively collaborate with all members of the team to create a positive working environment for all team members, clients and customers. Perform any duties that are necessary to ensure the overall success and growth of Antrim Hills, including general office administration and supporting production on occasion.

Person Specification:

Personal skills:

Enthusiastic, flexible, and a positive can-do attitude is essential. The successful candidate should be able to work independently.

Problem solver

: Ability to identify a need and be proactive in creating and actioning a plan to address.

Teamwork:

Ability to work effectively within the wider team.

Ability to effectively communicate

: Draft and revise policies and procedures to ensure compliance with legal and governing standards. Train and coach the wider team in relation to excellent food and safety standards.

Hygiene & Food Safety:

Maintenance of a clean and tidy working environment. Excellent personal hygiene is essential.

The role requires the applicant to have ongoing, unrestricted right to work in the UK

Please note applicants must have reliable transport to site as the role requires commuting to a remote location that is not served by public transport

Skills and Experience:

Competent

in generating procedural instructions and guidelines.

Knowledgeable

about BRC Food Safety Standards, or capable of and willing to learn

.

Knowledgeable

about-spoilage in soft drinks and prevention measures.

Experience:

Previous experience in a similar role is an advantage but not essential. To be successful you should have either 3 years' experience in a similar role OR 2:1 classification at undergraduate degree level in a related field. Additional related experience and qualifications are desirable.
Extra Benefit: Employee Assistance Programme

Join our team as a Food Technologist and contribute to the development of innovative food products that meet the highest standards of quality and safety. Apply today!

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 22,000.00-28,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Free parking On-site parking
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 15/05/2025
Reference ID: Food Tech May '25