Quality Technician Level 1 Progression
PERMANENT ROLE * CONTINENTAL SHIFT * QUALITY / MANUFACTURING ENVIRONMENT * PROGRESSION ROUTE * SUCCESSFUL BUSINESS * NEAR CORBY * FULL TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT * £28,239 pa TO INCREASE
This opportunity is for a Quality Technician Level 1 to join this progressive and well-established manufacturing business near Corby. Working within a clean, fast-paced factory environment, you will play a key role in ensuring products are manufactured to the highest quality standards while supporting continuous improvement across the site.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with an interest or background in quality control or manufacturing, who is detail-focused, organised, and comfortable working on the production floor. Full training will be provided, along with clear progression opportunities within Quality for the right individual.
You will be comfortable working on your feet, following processes, and carrying out routine and repetitive checks to ensure consistency and compliance throughout each shift.
Responsibilities
Carrying out routine inspections and quality checks on incoming, in-process, and finished products
Testing flexible packaging materials to required quality standards
Conducting visual and mechanical tests using quality testing equipment
Recording results accurately and maintaining quality documentation
Supporting investigations into non-conformances and customer complaints
Assisting with root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions
Ensuring compliance with GMP, BRCGS, ISO, HACCP, and food safety standards
Maintaining calibration and condition of quality testing equipment
Supporting internal and external audits
Promoting quality, safety, and continuous improvement on the shop floor
Ensuring quality control is maintained throughout the shift
Reporting maintenance or quality issues promptly
Completing effective shift handovers
Keeping the QC area clean, tidy, and audit-ready at all times
Following all company, health & safety, and factory procedures
Attending training as required
Supporting other reasonable tasks as needed
Experience / Person
Previous experience in a Quality Control or manufacturing environment
Familiar with working to BRCGS or similar quality standards
Understanding of manufacturing processes such as printing, lamination, or slitting (advantageous)
Good attention to detail and accuracy
Basic computer skills (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Comfortable with basic maths and recording data
Reliable with good timekeeping
Willing to learn and develop
Strong team-working attitude
Clear and confident communicator
Able to work independently when required
Comfortable working in a fast-paced production environment
This role offers clear progression opportunities within Quality and Technical functions for the right candidate.
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