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QA Technician
Peterborough, UK
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
* Conduct quality sampling, analysis & reporting for raw materials, work in progress, finished products and environmental samples.
* Timely and accurate maintenance of data systems to ensure compliance to traceability standards and key performance indicators.
* Support of sensory activities: taste panels, sample preparation, sample collection, sample submissions, processing of results.
* Adherence to good manufacturing practices (GMP), good laboratory practices (GLP) and master cleaning schedules (MCS).
* Compliance with Company, third party and Customer standards demonstrated by successful completion of Inter-lab proficiency schemes, routine refresher training and competency assessments.
* Calibration and maintenance of lab equipment.
* Support with complaint investigations, analysing data and providing information as required.
* Involvement in root cause analysis processes for site, representing QA / sensory and providing expertise for their area.
* Conducting internal audits (quality systems, food safety, glass and Health & Safety).
CANDIDATE PROFILE
* Experience in a manufacturing environment working within QA / Sensory.
* Practical experience of Good Laboratory Practices.
* Further educated to HNC or equivalent in a science subject (preferably chemistry / biochemistry).
* Fluency and confidency using Outlook, MS Teams, Share point, MS Office (Word, Excel, Power Powint)
* Ability to work on own initiative as well as part of a team.
* Good written and verbal communication skills.
* Ability to interact with multiple levels within the business as well as with external contactors.
* Working knowledge of SAP would be advantageous.
* Attention to detail.
* Ability to interpret analytical and microbiological data.
As an Equal Opportunities employer, McCormick is committed to a diverse workforce.