Job Title: Quality Control Technician
Location: Seaham, UK
Salary: D.O.E
Benefits:
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Company Contribution Pension Scheme
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Life Insurance
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Holiday Club – Discounted Holiday Rates/Breaks
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Employee Benefits & Savings Platform
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Employee Assistance Programme & 24/7 GP Access
The Company:
Join a well-established, award-winning UK-based food manufacturing business with over 25 years of excellence in supplying the foodservice and food manufacturing sectors. This innovative company exports to more than 55 countries, operates across multiple sites, and is proud of its inclusive, respectful, and supportive workplace culture. Employees are empowered to grow, develop, and contribute to a mission-driven team focused on delivering quality products and continuous improvement.
Working Hours: Full-Time (Shift-based as required)
Job Description:
As a Quality Control Technician, you’ll become a valued member of a highly skilled quality team. Your role is vital to maintaining top-tier product standards, ensuring safety, consistency, and customer satisfaction. You will:
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Conduct internal quality checks, including assessments of incoming goods and finished products
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Maintain accurate records in the product testing database
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Ensure robust traceability of samples and documentation
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Support quality, food safety, and new product development initiatives
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Contribute ideas for continuous improvement and enhanced food safety measures
Skills & experience:
To thrive in this Quality Control Technician role, you should bring:
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Previous experience in a food manufacturing or processing environment
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Familiarity with QC testing methods and sampling techniques
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Strong communication and IT skills, including accurate documentation practices
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The ability to manage your own workload, remain organised, and perform well under pressure
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A degree in Food Science and Nutrition (desirable but not essential)
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Experience with quality management systems and documentation control
Why Should You Apply?
This is an exciting opportunity for a detail-driven Quality Control Technician to be part of a growing company that truly values its people. You’ll receive ongoing training and support, and the chance to develop your career within a collaborative and forward-thinking organisation. Your voice will be heard, your efforts recognised, and your potential nurtured.
Whether you're already an experienced Quality Control Technician or looking to grow in the food industry, this role offers long-term career prospects and the opportunity to contribute to a leading UK exporter.
Diversity and inclusion are central to the company’s values. Reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process are available upon request.
Apply now for the Quality Control Technician role and be part of something exceptional