About Albert BartlettAlbert Bartlett is a family-owned business and one of the UK’s leading suppliers of fresh, chilled, and frozen potato products. With a proud heritage and a commitment to innovation, we deliver high-quality products to all major retailers across the country. Our Technical team is central to maintaining product quality, food safety, and compliance, ensuring that our products consistently meet the highest standards throughout our manufacturing process. Joining Albert Bartlett means becoming part of a company that values sustainability, excellence, and the development of its people.Our VisionA food and drink business valued and trusted by all.Our MissionA family business which aims to delight our customers with great tasting products, delivered in full, on time and in a sustainable, efficient, and safe way.Always striving to engage our colleagues and partners to innovate and improve.Role OverviewAs a Technical Graduate, you will embark on a permanent career path within our Technical team, gaining hands-on experience in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. You will play a key role in maintaining product quality, ensuring compliance with food safety standards, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. This role offers the opportunity to develop your expertise and progress within the business.Key ResponsibilitiesConduct routine quality checks and audits across production lines.Support the implementation and ongoing improvement of food safety and hygiene protocols.Participate in root cause analysis and corrective action planning.Maintain accurate records for compliance and traceability.Contribute to technical projects, including shelf-life testing, product trials, and quality improvement initiatives.Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Operations and Engineering. Learning & DevelopmentDevelop in-depth technical knowledge of food safety and quality systems.Gain experience with High Care, Low Risk, and produce handling requirements.Build strong investigation techniques and expertise in root cause analysis.Gain exposure to BRCGS, HACCP, and retailer standards.Understand the role of Technical in product integrity and customer satisfaction.Enhance communication and teamwork skills in a manufacturing setting.Benefit from ongoing mentoring and clear career progression opportunities.RequirementsRecently graduated (or about to graduate) with a degree in Food Science, Food Technology, or a similar discipline, with a minimum classification of 2:2 (or equivalent)Strong attention to detail and analytical thinking.Good communication and interpersonal skills.Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).A proactive attitude and willingness to learn and grow within a dynamic environment.Benefits 31 days of annual leave (inclusive of statutory holidays) Free parking Flexible payment options Life Assurance Access to Free Wellbeing Services (inc. counselling and financial advice) Retailer Discount Scheme Cycle to Work Scheme Wellbeing & Engagement Events throughout the year Long Service Awards Employee of the Month & On the Spot Awards Discounted Products
About Albert Bartlett
Albert Bartlett is a family-owned business and one of the UK’s leading suppliers of fresh, chilled, and frozen potato products. With a proud heritage and a commitment to innovation, we deliver high-quality products to all major retailers across the country. Our Technical team is central to maintaining product quality, food safety, and compliance, ensuring that our products consistently meet the highest standards throughout our manufacturing process. Joining Albert Bartlett means becoming part of a company that values sustainability, excellence, and the development of its people.
Our Vision
A food and drink business valued and trusted by all.
Our Mission
A family business which aims to delight our customers with great tasting products, delivered in full, on time and in a sustainable, efficient, and safe way.
Always striving to engage our colleagues and partners to innovate and improve.
Role Overview
As a Technical Graduate, you will embark on a permanent career path within our Technical team, gaining hands-on experience in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. You will play a key role in maintaining product quality, ensuring compliance with food safety standards, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. This role offers the opportunity to develop your expertise and progress within the business.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct routine quality checks and audits across production lines.
- Support the implementation and ongoing improvement of food safety and hygiene protocols.
- Participate in root cause analysis and corrective action planning.
- Maintain accurate records for compliance and traceability.
- Contribute to technical projects, including shelf-life testing, product trials, and quality improvement initiatives.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Operations and Engineering.
Learning & Development
- Develop in-depth technical knowledge of food safety and quality systems.
- Gain experience with High Care, Low Risk, and produce handling requirements.
- Build strong investigation techniques and expertise in root cause analysis.
- Gain exposure to BRCGS, HACCP, and retailer standards.
- Understand the role of Technical in product integrity and customer satisfaction.
- Enhance communication and teamwork skills in a manufacturing setting.
- Benefit from ongoing mentoring and clear career progression opportunities.
Requirements
- Recently graduated (or about to graduate) with a degree in Food Science, Food Technology, or a similar discipline, with a minimum classification of 2:2 (or equivalent)
- Strong attention to detail and analytical thinking.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
- A proactive attitude and willingness to learn and grow within a dynamic environment.
Benefits
- 31 days of annual leave (inclusive of statutory holidays)
- Free parking
- Flexible payment options
- Life Assurance
- Access to Free Wellbeing Services (inc. counselling and financial advice)
- Retailer Discount Scheme
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Wellbeing & Engagement Events throughout the year
- Long Service Awards
- Employee of the Month & On the Spot Awards
- Discounted Products
At Albert Bartlett, we’ve been growing something special since 1948. As a family-owned business and the UK’s leading supplier of potatoes, we take pride in delivering quality produce from dedicated farmers across the country.With headquarters in Airdrie, Scotland, and additional sites in Boston, Westwick, and Jersey, our operations span the UK, ensuring excellence in fresh, chilled, and frozen potato products. We blend time-honoured values with cutting-edge advancements, creating exciting opportunities for talented individuals to thrive in a dynamic and supportive environment.If you’re looking for a career where tradition meets innovation, and where your contributions truly matter, Albert Bartlett is the place to be.
At Albert Bartlett, we’ve been growing something special since 1948. As a family-owned business and the UK’s leading supplier of potatoes, we take pride in delivering quality produce from dedicated farmers across the country.
With headquarters in Airdrie, Scotland, and additional sites in Boston, Westwick, and Jersey, our operations span the UK, ensuring excellence in fresh, chilled, and frozen potato products. We blend time-honoured values with cutting-edge advancements, creating exciting opportunities for talented individuals to thrive in a dynamic and supportive environment.
If you’re looking for a career where tradition meets innovation, and where your contributions truly matter, Albert Bartlett is the place to be.
