Job Title: Quality TechnologistSalary: £26,000 - £30,000Location: SouthamptonReference: 3136181Are you passionate about delivering top-tier food quality and ensuring products meet the highest food safety standards? We're on the lookout for a Quality Technologist to join our fast-paced food manufacturing client, where innovation meets excellence. Be part of a team that prides itself on crafting products that are safe, delicious, and compliant - every time.What you'll be doing:* Ensure Food Safety & Compliance - Monitor manufacturing processes to guarantee adherence to HACCP, BRC, and retailer technical standards.* Conduct Product Inspections - Perform quality checks on raw materials, in-process products, and final goods to meet defined specifications.* Support Audits - Assist in internal and external audits (including BRC, retailer, and customer audits), and drive audit readiness at all times.* Non-Conformance Management - Investigate quality issues, implement corrective actions, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.* Documentation & Traceability - Maintain accurate QC records, ensure full traceability, and support document control systems.* Collaborate Cross-Functionally - Work closely with production, NPD, and technical teams to resolve issues and improve product quality.* Customer Complaint Handling - Support in complaint investigations, trend analysis, and implementing preventative actions.* Champion GMP & Hygiene - Promote a culture of Good Manufacturing Practice and hygiene excellence across the site.What you'll need:* Previous experience in a food manufacturing quality role* Strong understanding of HACCP, BRC, food hygiene, and quality systems* Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills* Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-care environmentIf you believe you have the skills and personality to fit these requirements please either apply via this advert or call Henderson Brown on for more information.