





Avara Foods Technical Placement Programme 2026 – 2027 Do you have a passion for Technical? Are you committed to maintaining and improving high standards? Are you a Food Science / Technology student looking for a 12-month placement in industry? As an inclusive, forward-thinking business, we take pride in our Technical standards across Avara Foods and are looking for a highly competent and motivated Technical Placement Student to join our Technical Team, based at our advanced processing site in Hereford . Your working hours would be Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 17:00. What are the key benefits of an Avara Placement Programme? * Competitive salary of £12.21 per hour * Structured one-year development programme to support you in your day-to-day placement and build skills for your future career * Structured training, mentoring and support from peers and managers throughout the programme * Real responsibilities from Day 1, providing challenge and genuine opportunity to enhance your skills Your key responsibilities as a Technical Placement Student will include: * Assisting the Product Specifications Co-ordinator and Production team with both new and existing products (QAS & Specifications) * Supporting the control and accurate maintenance of the Quality Management System, including document control and revision of procedures and forms * Co-ordinating GMP audits, ensuring all areas are regularly assessed to maintain compliance * Submitting laboratory sample data * Planning, organising and communicating trials * Co-ordinating sampling activities * Completing technical information and supporting project work