Quality Assurance Technician (Food Manufacturing)

We're seeking a Quality Assurance Technician to join our Technical team in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.

You'll play a key role in maintaining and monitoring the company's Food Safety and Quality Management Systems, ensuring that all products meet internal, customer, and third-party standards. This role promotes a strong quality culture across all departments and supports continuous improvement through Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)., * Perform quality inspections according to Quality Assurance and HACCP plans.

• Monitor and verify product traceability throughout production.
• Maintain accurate records critical to product quality and safety.
• Conduct finished product testing within a laboratory environment.
• Collect microbiological and chemical samples, liaising with external laboratories.
• Carry out environmental, surface, and hand swab testing.
• Conduct factory audits (GMP, Hygiene, Fabrication, Glass & Plastics, Internal System).
• Support the implementation of corrective and preventive actions.
• Monitor and help reduce risks of foreign body contamination.
• Manage calibration and verification of equipment.
• Control laboratory consumable stock levels.
• Participate in product shelf-life testing and customer complaint investigations.
• Assist with traceability exercises and mock recalls.
• Support customer and accreditation audits.
• Ensure controlled documentation is current and properly implemented., * Mostly dry and warm areas, with occasional work in cold zones.
• Adherence to strict hygiene and food safety policies required at all times.

You'll be detail-focused, organised, and confident working both independently and as part of a team. You should have a proactive approach to maintaining quality and safety standards and the ability to communicate effectively at all levels., * Previous experience in Quality Assurance or Quality Control, ideally within food manufacturing.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational ability.
• Competent in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Basic knowledge of Food Hygiene and Health & Safety.
• Competent in HACCP and internal auditing.
• A good standard of written and spoken English.
• Willingness to learn and continuously develop., * Accountability & Execution
• Customer Focus
• Teamwork & Collaboration

• Competitive salary of £29000 per annum
• 4 on 4 off night shift pattern (12-hour shifts)
• 23 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays
• Statutory pension
• Opportunities for ongoing learning and career development