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# QA Technician - Nights

- **Company:** Major Recruitment
- **Location:** Coventry, UK
- **Salary:** £29,000.0 - £29,100.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint
- **Published:** June 11, 2026
- **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=9d39eca942c6bb29

## About the Role

Do you have experience in Quality control?, 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.

Key Competencies

 * Accountability & Execution
 * Customer Focus
 * Teamwork & Collaboration

## Description

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).

Key Responsibilities

 * 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., * Based primarily on the production floor, with laboratory and administrative tasks.
 * Fast-moving, highly automated environment requiring a proactive approach.
 * Mostly dry and warm areas, with occasional work in cold zones.
 * Adherence to strict hygiene and food safety policies required at all times.


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