Job Title: QA Technician
Location: On-site - Wigan, Greater Manchester
Shifts: Weekly rotating shifts (details below)
Salary: £25,000 - £27,000 per annum
An established food manufacturing business in the Wigan area is currently seeking a QA Technician to join their Quality Assurance team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with QA experience in the food sector who is looking to develop their skills within a dynamic and compliant-driven environment.
This position plays a key role in supporting the QA Supervisor in maintaining high-quality standards across production, ensuring that all products meet customer specifications and comply with UK legislation and relevant food safety standards (including BRC and FSA requirements).
Key Responsibilities as a QA Technician:
Maintain accurate records of quality assurance documentation across all departments
Ensure full adherence to food safety and quality systems in line with BRC Global Food Standards
Complete tasks assigned via the QA Matrix and ad-hoc QA-related duties within agreed timescales
Assist in the management of customer complaints, including root cause analysis and implementation of corrective actions
Monitor complaint trends and liaise with internal teams and suppliers to resolve recurring issues
Support customer audits and site visits by preparing documentation and participating where required
Drive continuous improvement in food safety, hygiene, waste reduction, and control of non-conforming products
Foster strong working relationships with internal departments, suppliers, and customers
Skills & Attributes:
High attention to detail with a methodical approach
Strong communication skills - both verbal and written - across all levels of the business
Able to prioritise workload and remain calm under pressure
Confident working independently as well as part of a team
IT literate and comfortable using standard office systems
Flexible in approach to both time and tasks
Requirements as a QA Technician:
Prior experience in a Quality Assurance role within the food manufacturing industry is essential
Ideally qualified to degree level in Food Science or a related discipline
HACCP and Food Safety certifications are required
Interested?
If you're an experienced QA professional with a passion for food safety and continuous improvement, we'd love to hear from you.
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