Trainee Quality Control Technician

Overview

Working in a factory environment, you will test, measure, and monitor product quality, ensuring processes and standards are consistently met while supporting continuous improvement.

• Carry out routine inspections and tests on materials and products.
• Ensure flexible packaging meets quality standards (seal strength, print quality, barrier properties, dimensions, etc.).
• Use quality testing tools such as micrometers, callipers, seal testers, COF testers, ovens, and tensile testers.
• Record and analyse data, keeping accurate quality documentation.
• Support investigations into non-conformances and customer complaints.
• Assist with root-cause analysis, CAPA, and audit activities.
• Maintain and calibrate testing equipment.
• Promote quality, safety, and GMP/ISO/HACCP compliance.
• Maintain a tidy QC area and uphold BRCGS standards.
• Report maintenance issues and ensure smooth shift handovers.
• Meet daily production and quality targets.
• Follow all company and Health & Safety procedures.
• Attend required training and complete other reasonable tasks.

• QC experience desirable but not essential.
• Experience with BRCGS environments and materials (films, laminates, etc.) preferred.
• Knowledge of lamination, slitting, and print testing is beneficial.
• Basic maths and computer skills (Microsoft Office).
• Strong communication, timekeeping, attention to detail, and ability to follow instructions.
• Proactive, reliable, able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

If you wish to be considered, apply with your CV or call Vicky.

• Job Title:
  
  Trainee Quality Control Technician
• Company:
  Interaction Recruitment
• Location:
  
  Northampton, Northamptonshire
• Posted:
  Feb 6th 2026
• Closes:
  Mar 9th 2026
• Sector:
  Manufacturing & Surveying
• Contract:
  
  Permanent
• Hours:
  
  Full Time