Quality Assurance Technician

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Recruiting Talent across North-West England ¦ Food and FMCG’s¦

You will work closely with the production team to identify areas for improvement and provide recommendations to enhance product quality. Attention to detail and a strong understanding of quality assurance principles are essential for success in this role.

Up to £27,000

Site Based (Greater Manchester, further details can be provided over the phone).

Rotating shifts

Week 1 Monday – Thursday 06:00–14:30 and Friday 06:00-13:30

Week 2 Monday – Thursday 08:00-16:30 and Friday 07:30 – 15:00

Please be advised that this client does not sponsor and is unable to accept applications from candidates that require VISA sponsorship.

• Maintain accurate records of all quality paperwork received and/or returned from other Departments.
• Achieve departmental business objectives, contribute to product and site quality, food safety, hygiene standards and continuous improvements, cost reductions, reduction in waste and the control of non-conforming products.
• Ensure that all quality and food safety systems are operated throughout all departments with full documentation and that these meet the requirements within the BRC Global Food standard and legislation.
• Ensure tasks (QA Matrix) and any other requested activities are completed within the designated timescales.
• Assist with customer complaints: identify root causes and determine corrective actions to prevent further complaints; ensure complaints are closed out per procedure; determine supplier corrective actions where applicable; monitor complaint trends and communicate them to relevant personnel responsible for corrective action.
• Develop and maintain excellent relationships with customers, external contacts and colleagues.
• Prepare and assist in customer visits and site Technical audits where necessary.

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in quality assurance within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficient in conducting quality tests and inspections on raw materials and finished products.
• Ability to analyse data, identify trends, and implement corrective actions.
• Knowledge of quality management systems and regulatory requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.
• Excellent communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Certification in quality assurance or related fields is a plus.
• HACCP and Food Safety qualifications are essential.

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time