Our client in Middlesbrough is looking for a Supply Quality Assurance (SQA) Technician to join their team. Reporting to the SQA Manager, the SQA Technician will be responsible for ensuring the quality of incoming goods and that company specification requirements are met and complied with. They will also ensure all necessary sampling and testing is carried out in a timely manner using the appropriate service providers and methodology, and that full traceability is captured for all incoming raw materials. This role is primarily based in the offices and production/warehouse areas in a typical, modern, food manufacturing environment, although you may be required to work in other areas from time to time. Previous food industry experience is not essential but would be highly desired. Other qualifications and job skills include: Good standard of education, up to A-Level Intermediate Food Hygiene Basic Health and Safety Basic HACCP Certificate Computer literacy and SAP ideally This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Gem Partnership Ltd who are operating as an employment agency. To stay safe in your job search we recommend that you visit JobsAware, a non-profit, joint industry and law enforcement organisation working to combat job scams. Visit the JobsAware website to get free, expert advice for a safer job search. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to contact every candidate individually. If you do not hear from us within 7 days of submitting your application, please assume that you have not been shortlisted on this occasion. We are committed to fair, consistent, and inclusive recruitment practices, and all applications are reviewed in line with relevant employment legislation and our equal opportunities principles.