QA Technician

QA Technician - Plymouth

Immediate Start - Contract until February 2027

Competitive Hourly Rate - £13.17ph

We are currently recruiting for a Temporary QA Technician / QA Auditor to support the Technical team at a leading food manufacturing site in Plymouth. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced quality professional to take on a hands‑on role within a fast‑paced factory environment. The position is predominantly factory‑floor based, where you will play a key role in maintaining quality, safety, and compliance standards.

• Conduct routine QA checks across the production process
• Carry out GMP audits and pre‑start checks
• Perform label and CCP/quality checks
• Support product traceability processes
• Complete hygiene verification activities
• Raise and manage non‑conformance reports
• Provide general support to the Technical team to ensure compliance

• Previous experience in food manufacturing quality assurance
• Strong knowledge of HACCP, GMP, and allergen controls
• Experience working in chilled food, cooked meat, poultry, high‑care or high‑risk environments (desirable)
• Confidence to challenge non‑compliance and drive standards on the factory floor
• Excellent attention to detail with accurate record‑keeping skills
• Reliability and a clear plan for commuting to the Plymouth site

• Immediate start with a long‑term temporary assignment (until February 2027)
• Opportunity to work with an established food manufacturer
• Competitive pay rates depending on experience
• Valuable experience within a supportive technical team