QA Technician Erith, Kent £26,000 per year (£12.50/hr) | Full-time, Permanent Monday – Friday, 7:00am – 3:30pm (40 hrs per week) About the Employer Our client is a fast-growing food manufacturer, producing award-winning, dairy-free products supplied to leading UK retailers. With a team of around 30 employees and recent accreditation from a major supermarket, they are expanding rapidly and offer genuine opportunities for career development. Many of their managers started in entry-level positions and have progressed quickly through the business — this role offers the same potential for growth if you are ambitious and motivated. The Role – Key Responsibilities As a QA Technician, you will: Carry out routine quality checks on raw materials, in-process, and finished products. Ensure all products meet customer and legal specifications. Monitor hygiene, CCPs, traceability, temperature records, and GMP standards. Investigate and report any non-conformances. Support production teams with food safety and quality guidance. Ensure compliance with BRCGS and retailer standards. What We're Looking For Previous experience in food manufacturing (QA/QC role preferred). Good knowledge of HACCP, food safety, and quality systems. High attention to detail with strong communication skills. Ability to work independently and within a team. Flexibility to work different shifts if required. Basic IT skills (Excel, Word, Email). Above all: a willingness to learn and progress. What's on Offer ? £26,000 annual salary (£12.50/hr) ? 28 days holiday (incl. bank holidays) birthday Christmas off ? On-site parking & staff discounts ? Genuine career progression in a growing business