Goods In Technician – Food Manufacturing | Burton‑on‑Trent Temp to Perm | Rotating Shifts | Excellent Training & Progression
We’re recruiting a proactive and detail‑driven Goods In Technician to join a busy food manufacturing site in Burton‑on‑Trent. This is a temp to perm opportunity offering long‑term stability, structured training, and the chance to play a key role in maintaining food safety and quality standards across the site.
Shift Pattern
Rotating weekly shifts:
06:00 – 14:00
14:00 – 22:00
One week on each shift
Flexibility required
Pay Rates
Starting rates (pre‑training):
Basic: £12.55 per hour
Overtime (over 40 hours): £15.69 per hour
Sunday OT (over 40 hours): £18.83 per hour
Post‑training increased rates:
Basic: £13.15 per hour
Overtime (over 40 hours): £16.44 per hour
Sunday OT (over 40 hours): £19.73 per hour
Primary Purpose of the Role
To ensure full compliance with HACCP, Quality Management Systems, GMP, food safety, hygiene standards, and traceability within the Goods In and Warehouse areas.
Key Responsibilities
Carry out internal audits including BRCGS, GMP, and Glass & Hard Plastic audits across the site
Perform temperature checks on warehouse chillers, report deviations, and support retesting
Check printed packaging for accuracy and escalate samples to the Quality Systems team when required
Manage raw material intake and ensure compliance with specifications
Sample and collate raw materials and finished products for laboratory analysis using aseptic techniques
Support investigations into microbiological and nutritional issues, including data collection and tracking
Promote a safe working environment by raising near‑miss reports and supporting HSE standards
Work closely with manufacturing teams to embed a strong QA culture
Support BRCGS certification and ongoing maintenance activities
Contribute to HACCP compliance across all relevant processes
Provide information and photographic evidence to support supplier complaints
Physically place out‑of‑spec raw materials or finished goods on hold, update logs, and communicate with relevant departments
Make decisions relating to product safety, quality, and integrity within remit, escalating when necessary
Maintain product sample retention cages and ensure correct disposal of out‑of‑date samples
Scope of the Role
Daily quality assurance and food safety tasks across a complex site with five food processing areas
Project work as delegated by the QA Supervisor or senior technical management
Person Specification
Essential
Food Safety Level 2 or above
Experience working in a food manufacturing environment
Competent in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and able to learn new systems
Strong organisational skills and a proactive “can‑do” attitude
Ability to plan and prioritise daily tasks effectively
Strong written and verbal communication skills across all levels
Key Competencies
Self‑motivation
Clear communication
Flexibility to meet business needs
Key Values
Teamwork
Ownership and accountability
Commitment to technical and quality excellence
Desirable
HACCP Level 2 with basic microbiology understanding
Experience in high‑care or chilled food manufacturing
Apply Today If you’re ready to take on a key role supporting food safety and quality in a fast‑paced environment, click Apply and join the team in Burton‑on‑Trent.
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