Technical Fields Person – Maincrop Potatoes Ltd (Shropshire)

Location: Knockin, Shropshire, SY10 8HR

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm.
Salary: Dependent on experience
Company Vehicle Provided

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.

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

Requirements

• 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

Benefits

• Pension Plans
• Life Assurance
• Leave Package
• Training & Development
• Employee Assistance Programme - Counselling
• Free Parking
• 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