Quality Technician

Quality Assurance (QA) Specialist

• Location: Sunderland
• Job Type: Full-time

This role is crucial for ensuring compliance with QMS, HACCP, and Food Safety Legislation. You will be instrumental in maintaining our standards and supporting our production processes.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Conduct daily Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) checks, covering and reviewing production paperwork.
• Perform routine audits including Glass, Foreign Bodies, Internal audits, and paperwork related to HACCP and GMP.
• Complete quality checks on intake and finished products.
• Support investigations into non-conformances under the direction of the Technical Manager.
• Take responsibility for conducting hand swabbing and machinery swabbing.
• Assist the production and technical teams as needed.
• Raise internal non-conformances for repeat issues or significant food safety breaches.
• Follow up on products placed on hold and collaborate with the production team to resolve issues.
• Challenge non-adherence to procedures and ensure compliance.
• Conduct daily microbial checks against submissions to identify issues.
• Support quality control checks on the production line.
• Calibrate probes and other necessary equipment as directed by the Technical Manager.
• Perform checks such as Goods In, Temperature, and Stock Checks on fridges.
• Address day-to-day quality concerns and support customer audits by providing necessary documentation and preparation.
• Participate in taste panels and monitor the safety, legality, and quality of products produced.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Food Safety Level 3 qualification (training may be required).
• Awareness of HACCP principles.
• Experience within the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) industry.
• High attention to detail and ability to work to tight deadlines.
• Strong communication skills, able to interact effectively with all levels of the business in a respectful and professional manner.

Additional Duties:

• Assist with training and development of team members.
• Ensure effective communication within the team.
• Undertake additional responsibilities as required.
• Meet agreed KPIs and promote participation in Food Safety Culture.
• Provide cover for team members during annual leave or sickness, demonstrating flexibility and support.