We are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of our client, a well-established food manufacturer, for the position of Quality Assurance Technician. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a fast-paced production environment where quality, safety, and compliance are at the heart of operations.
The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining food safety, legality, and product quality by carrying out routine assessments of equipment, products, and the production environment. Working closely with the QA and Production teams, you'll help ensure compliance with internal technical systems and external regulatory standards.
Key Responsibilities:
Collect and log samples for testing in line with set schedules
Perform hygiene swabs and ingredient/packaging checks
Conduct quality and calibration checks on weighing and measuring equipment
Maintain accurate records for traceability and audit readiness
Assist in managing factory consumables (e.g., plasters, pens) and confirming detection compatibility
Run taste panels, including cooking samples and full documentation of feedback
Support complaint reduction initiatives and continuous quality improvements
Take part in traceability exercises and internal audit preparation
Ensure start-up audits, glass and hard plastic registers are kept current
Collaborate cross-functionally to uphold quality and compliance standards
Performance Measures:
Compliance with taste panel and sample schedules
Audit readiness and QA documentation standards
Equipment calibration and swabbing accuracy
Contribution to food safety and product quality improvements
Requirements:
Essential:
Experience working in a food manufacturing environment
Level 2 Food Safety qualification (or higher)
Strong IT skills (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
Desirable:
Prior experience in a similar QA role
Why Apply?
Work with a reputable food brand known for high standards
Excellent opportunity to build a long-term QA career
Be part of a proactive, supportive quality team
Varied, hands-on role with room for professional growth