Job Description

Thompsons of York part of the BATA Group

Job Role:

Technical Assistant

Location:

Jubilee Mill, Murton, York, YO19 5UT

Hours of Work:

37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5pm.

Job type:

Full Time, Permanent

About Thompsons of York and the BATA Group:

Thompsons of York, a proud member of the BATA Group, is a leading manufacturer and supplier of high-quality animal feed and nutritional solutions. With a long-standing heritage and a commitment to innovation, we provide tailored nutritional programs to support the health, welfare, and performance of livestock across various sectors.

The Opportunity:

We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic graduate to join our dynamic Technical Team at Thompsons of York part of the BATA Group. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate with a passion for animal nutrition to develop their skills and contribute to a well-respected and growing business within the agricultural sector. You will work closely with experienced nutritionists and other technical specialists, gaining hands-on experience in formulation, technical support, and customer interaction.

Key Tasks:

Assist senior nutritionists in the formulation of animal feed products

Conduct nutritional analysis of raw materials and finished feed products

Provide technical support and advice to internal teams (sales, production) and external customers (farmers, distributors)

Assist in the preparation of technical literature, product specifications, and marketing materials

Stay up-to-date with the latest research and advancements in animal nutrition and feed technology

Assist in the investigation of customer queries and nutritional issues

Undertake relevant training and professional development to enhance nutritional knowledge and skills

About you:

- A Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Animal Nutrition, Animal Science or similar

- Interest in the agricultural industry, animal nutrition and animal production

- Familiarity with feed formulation software

- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

- Commercial awareness

- A full UK driving license

How to apply:

Please send a covering letter with a CV to:

lproctor@thompsons-feeds.co.uk

Closing date: 30th June 2025

First round interviews: July 2025 via Teams

Second interviews: In person - to be organised to fit with Academic studies

Start date of successful candidate: Summer 2025.

Job Types: Full-time, Graduate

Benefits:

Free parking
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 30/06/2025
Reference ID: GradTechAss.001