Albert Bartlett
Technical Fields Person - Maincrop Potatoes Ltd (Shropshire)
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Technical Fields Person – Maincrop Potatoes Ltd (Shropshire)
Location: Knockin, Shropshire, SY10 8HR
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm.
Salary: Dependent on experience
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Join Maincrop Potatoes Ltd – part of the Albert Bartlett family
Maincrop Potatoes is a key supplier to every sector of the potato industry, dedicated to growing and delivering the highest quality potatoes to customers across the UK and beyond. With strong partnerships and a commitment to excellence, we pride ourselves on innovation, sustainability, and supporting our growers.
We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Technical Fields Person to join our team, supporting the quality and logistics of our Maincrop Potato operations. This is a varied role that combines fieldwork, grower liaison, and administrative tasks, offering excellent development opportunities including working towards a BASIS and FACTS qualification.
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Key Responsibilities
- Crop Sampling: Collect samples from fields and stores to produce accurate QC results for the team.
- Grower Liaison: Communicate with growers regarding upcoming loading plans.
- Record Management: Collate and maintain accurate crop records.
- Office Support: Field incoming calls when in the office.
- Cross-Functional Work: Occasionally assist other parts of our group, including suppliers and partners.
- Storage Management: Support with storage and store management activities.
- Logistics Coordination: Liaise with hauliers and customers to book loads into factories.
What We Offer
- Company vehicle for work-related travel
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Opportunity to work towards BASIS and FACTS qualification
- A dynamic role within a leading agricultural business
- Strong organisational and communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Interest in agriculture and crop management
- Full UK driving licence
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Benefits
- Pension Plans
- Life Assurance
- Leave Package
- Training & Development
- Employee Assistance Programme - Counselling
- Free Parking
- 31 days of annual leave (inclusive of statutory holidays)
- Flexible payment options
- 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
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