Campden BRI
Campden BRI is one of the largest independent membership-based food and drink research organisations, working with food and drinks companies around the globe. We provide scientific, technical and regulatory expertise that helps our clients innovate safely and bring new products to market.
About the role
We're looking for a highly organised, safety-conscious professional with hands-on-food or drink processing experience to take ownership of our pilot plant facility. You'll be the go-to-person for keeping the equipment running safely, compliantly, and ready for action, supporting our Product Innovation team and our clients every step of the way.
What you'll be doing
- Owning health & safety, quality and food safety systems, including training and ongoing compliance monitoring
- Managing calibration and servicing schedules for 50+ pieces of equipment (internal and external)
- Coordinating contractors, raising purchase orders, and managing site visits and documentation
- Auditing housekeeping, ingredient storage and GMP standards across all areas
- Acting as the main point of contact for pest control, PAT testing, water testing and FES liaison
- Supporting project teams with hands-on work, paperwork sign-off and client-facing activity
What you'll bring
- Educated to at least A-level standard
- HACCP Level 3 or above
- Solid knowledge of quality management systems
- Practical, hands-on experience operating food processing equipment
- Strong organisational skills, comfortable juggling multiple priorities and shifting deadlines
- Confident communication skills, able to influence stakeholders
What we offer
- Reward platform with employee discounts and perks
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays
- Generous pension scheme with company contributions matched up to 10%
- Early finish Fridays
- Subsidised onsite restaurant
Pay: £35,000.00-£40,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Application question(s):
- Do you have a UK driving License and access to your own vehicle?
Work Location: In person
