QA Technician

QA Technician

Plymouth
Immediate Start - Contract until February 2027
Competitive Hourly Rate - £13.17ph

About the Role

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.

Key Responsibilities

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

About You

To be successful, you will bring:

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

What's on Offer

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 teamIf this sounds like you, or someone you know, Contact Victoria Rapson on (phone number removed) or email (url removed) to find out more or apply today!

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