QA Technician

The Hain Celestial Group, Inc.; Clitheroe; On-site; GBP 19,286 - 22,041; Full time

Job summary

The Hain Celestial Group, Inc. invites applications for a Quality Assurance Technician at our Clitheroe site to safeguard food safety, quality and continuous improvement in a fast-paced FMCG manufacturing environment.

You will conduct HACCP audits, support hygiene and GMP compliance, manage quality documentation, and assist with production evaluation and improvement projects, with weekend shift premiums and on-site training.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year’s experience in an FMCG manufacturing environment.
• Food Safety Level 2 and HACCP Level 2 (training available).
• Good standard of English and Maths.

Responsibilities

• Conduct HACCP audits and monitor CCPs.
• Calibrate weighing and temperature equipment.
• Verify cleaning standards using hygiene systems.
• Collect samples for microbiological and chemical analysis.
• Maintain quality documentation and SOPs.
• Assist with quality improvement projects.

Skills

FMCG experience

Food safety

Detail orientation

Data management

Education

Food Safety Level 2

HACCP Level 2

Tools

Hygiene management systems

Calibration equipment

Job description

Quality Assurance Technician

Location: Clitheroe

We are currently seeking a Quality Assurance Technician to join our Technical team at our Clitheroe site. This is a great opportunity for someone with experience in Fast Moving Consumer Goods manufacturing who is passionate about food safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Available Shifts

• Sunday – Thursday, 6am-2pm (whilst on probation, shift pattern will be Mon-Fr 6am-2pm to ensure full training can be provided first)
• Rate of pay: £14.13/hour + 10% pay enhancement for weekend working
• Opportunity to work overtime if and when required

Key Responsibilities

Safety & Quality (25%)

• Conduct HACCP audits and monitor Critical Control Points (CCPs)
• Calibrate weighing and temperature measurement equipment
• Verify cleaning standards using hygiene management systems (including swabbing and titration)
• Collect samples for microbiological and chemical analysis

Hygiene & Housekeeping (25%)

• Carry out hygiene and GMP audits in line with schedules
• Communicate audit results and coordinate corrective actions
• Perform glass, foreign body, and fabrication audits
• Work closely with the Shift Manager to resolve hygiene issues

Quality Management System (20%)

• Maintain and update quality documentation, including SOPs and training records

Production Evaluation (20%)

• Assess raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished products against specifications
• Conduct physical, chemical, and organoleptic testing
• Support process trials as required

Project Work (10%)

• Assist with technical and quality improvement projects
• Report findings and collaborate with cross-functional teams

About You

• Minimum 1 year’s experience in an FMCG manufacturing environment
• Food Safety Level 2 and HACCP Level 2 (training will be available for the successful applicant)
• Good standard of English and Maths
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Able to manage large volumes of data efficiently
• Proactive, flexible, and able to use your own initiative
• Keen to learn and develop new skills

Working Environment

• Site-based role in Clitheroe
• Work within a factory environment, including chilled and frozen areas
• Some manual handling required (lifting up to 20kg+)

If you're looking to develop your career in quality assurance within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment, we'd love to hear from you. While prior experience in a technical or quality role is advantageous, it is not essential – full training and ongoing support will be provided to the successful candidate.