Food QA Technologist: Quality & Compliance Leader

Protea Recruitment Ltd | Food | Drinks | FMCG Recruitment Partner; Killinchy; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment partner for quality assurance roles is seeking a Quality Assurance Technologist in Killinchy, Northern Ireland. The successful candidate will maintain high food safety and quality standards in a regulated manufacturing environment. Key responsibilities include working with production teams, conducting routine inspections, and ensuring compliance with all quality and regulatory standards. Candidates should possess a degree or HND, relevant experience, and excellent attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 GCSEs (or equivalent), including English and Maths.
• Experience working in a regulated manufacturing or production environment.
• Previous experience working within a Quality Assurance role.
• Minimum of 2 years experience in a QA or technical role.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all food preparation and packaging meets quality standards.
• Support and maintain quality and food safety management systems.
• Conduct routine tests and inspections of raw materials and products.
• Lead corrective and preventative actions for non-conformances.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Communication

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Degree or HND in a relevant subject

GCSEs (or equivalent) including English and Maths

Tools

Quality Management System (QMS)

Job description

A recruitment partner for quality assurance roles is seeking a Quality Assurance Technologist in Killinchy, Northern Ireland. The successful candidate will maintain high food safety and quality standards in a regulated manufacturing environment. Key responsibilities include working with production teams, conducting routine inspections, and ensuring compliance with all quality and regulatory standards. Candidates should possess a degree or HND, relevant experience, and excellent attention to detail.