QA Technician

️ Quality Assurance Technician – Food Manufacturing | Burton‑on‑Trent Temp to Perm | Rotating Shifts | Excellent Progression & Training

We’re looking for a driven and detail‑focused Quality Assurance Technician to join our fast‑paced food manufacturing site in Burton‑on‑Trent. This is a temp to perm opportunity offering long‑term stability, structured training, and clear progression in a high‑care environment.

Shift Pattern

Rotating weekly shifts:

06:00 – 14:00

14:00 – 22:00

One week on each shift

Flexibility required to support production needs

Pay Rates

Starting rates (pre‑training):

Basic: £12.55 per hour

Overtime (over 40 hours): £15.69 per hour

Sunday OT (over 40 hours): £18.83 per hour

Post‑training increased rates:

Basic: £13.15 per hour

Overtime (over 40 hours): £16.44 per hour

Sunday OT (over 40 hours): £19.73 per hour

Primary Purpose of the Role

To ensure full compliance with HACCP, Quality Management Systems, GMP, food safety, hygiene standards, and traceability. You will champion quality across the site and support continuous improvement in all areas.

Key Responsibilities

Drive product quality and promote a strong QA culture across manufacturing teams

Train, coach, motivate, and develop production operatives into a proactive, high‑performing team

Support QA Supervisors and senior technical management with BRCGS certification and ongoing compliance

Lead and participate in customer and third‑party audits, including corrective actions and root cause analysis

Implement quality improvements through regular QA assessments and involvement in QA panels

Conduct daily factory floor checks to ensure GMP, hygiene, and system compliance

Play a key role in maintaining HACCP compliance

Assess raw material intake against defined standards

Trend and analyse quality and compliance data, presenting findings and driving corrective action plans

Act as part of the Critical Incident Management Team when required

Validate and verify product safety, legality, and compliance, including paperwork checks, weight control, recipe validation, and sample collection

Person Specification

Essential

Experience leading or managing teams in a fast‑paced food manufacturing environment

Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office, data trending, graphing, and pivot tables

Ability to plan and prioritise effectively

Leads by example and encourages teamwork and continuous improvement

Excellent written and verbal communication

Strong customer service mindset

Consistent application of hygiene, quality, and compliance standards

Excellent time management and organisational skills

Flexible in duties and working hours

Key Competencies

Self‑motivation

Clear communication

Objective and consistent leadership

Continuous improvement mindset

Problem‑solving ability

Performs well under pressure

Adaptable and flexible

Key Values

Teamwork

Customer service

Technical and quality excellence

Desirable

Food Safety Level 4 or equivalent

HACCP Level 3 with microbiology knowledge

Internal auditing experience

Apply Today If you’re ready to take the next step in your QA career and join a high‑care food manufacturing site in Burton‑on‑Trent, click Apply and become part of a team where quality truly matters.

Our clients and their customers come from diverse backgrounds and so do we. We hire our people from various walks of life, each of whom make our company stronger with their talent, uniqueness, and expertise. This is what makes our company special; if you want to help us grow and take this ethos to our clients, then we cannot wait to collaborate with you!

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