Warehouse & Manufacturing
Goods In Technician
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:
o 06:00 – 14:00
o 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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