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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a QA Technician to join a leading food manufacturer, reporting directly to the Factory Technical Manager. This role plays a key part in ensuring food safety, quality, and compliance across a busy production environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Compile, issue, and train staff on process control records and quality standards
• Attend trials and product launches to support technical requirements
• Audit and monitor food safety, quality, and legality within the factory
• Conduct internal audits (systems, GMP, CCP)
• Investigate customer complaints and attend complaint review meetings
• Troubleshoot and support Operations/Technical teams in resolving issues
• Monitor hygiene, food safety, GMP, traceability, allergen management, legality, and quality standards
• Carry out traceability and mass balance exercises
• Ensure foreign body controls are in place and effective
• Organise and attend QC panels, ensuring corrective actions are followed up
• Calibrate key equipment and perform swabbing (microbiological and allergen) as required
• Maintain GMP standards to ensure readiness for unannounced audits and customer visits

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Previous experience in a food manufacturing environment OR a degree in food science
• Knowledge of food safety standards (e.g., BRC), auditing, and HACCP desirable
• Strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills across all levels
• Organisational skills to thrive in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities
• IT literacy (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and good numeracy skills
• Ability to work independently without supervision
• Internal auditing qualification desirable
• Flexibility to work nights, evenings, or weekends when required

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