QA Technician

CV Technical; Coventry; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Coventry is seeking a dedicated QA Technician to support quality and food safety standards during the night shifts. The successful candidate will verify production processes, conduct thorough testing, and maintain accurate records. Ideal applicants will possess QA/QC experience, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a supportive team environment. This role offers a salary of £29,099 and a balanced working pattern of 4 nights on, 4 nights off.

Benefits

Training and development opportunities

Great work-life balance

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Previous QA/QC or technical experience in manufacturing, FMCG or food production.
• Ability to work effectively on night shifts as part of a small, supportive team.

Responsibilities

• Verify and monitor production processes in line with the Quality and Food Safety Plan.
• Conduct microbiological, chemical, and shelf-life testing with accurate record keeping.
• Investigate customer complaints and support preventive actions.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Level 3 Hygiene

Basic Health and Safety

Tools

HACCP knowledge

Job description

QA Technician - Nights

Location: Coventry

Salary: £29,099

Shifts: 4 on / 4 off nights (7pm - 7am)

We're looking for a dedicated and detail-driven QA Technician to join our team in Coventry. In this vital role, you'll support the delivery of safe, high-quality products by ensuring our Quality and Food Safety standards are consistently met throughout the production process.

Key Responsibilities

• Verify and monitor production processes in line with the Quality and Food Safety Plan.
• Collect samples and carry out microbiological, chemical, organoleptic and shelf-life testing; record results accurately.
• Act as a Quality and Food Safety Champion, maintaining high GMP/GLP standards and supporting complaint reduction.
• Ensure full traceability and maintain accurate, legible production records.
• Investigate customer complaints, identify root causes and support preventive actions.
• Verify equipment according to the Calibration Plan and report issues.
• Check, verify and file Production and QA records for accuracy and easy retrieval.

What We're Looking For

• Previous QA/QC or technical experience within manufacturing, FMCG or food production.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent problem-solving skills.
• Confident communication skills with the ability to challenge non-conformances.
• Ability to work effectively on night shifts as part of a small, supportive team.
• Level 3 Hygiene (minimum).
• Basic Health and Safety.
• HACCP knowledge.

What We Offer

• £29,099 salary.
• 4 on / 4 off night shift pattern offering great work-life balance.
• Opportunities for training, development and career progression.
• A supportive team environment within a stable, growing business.