QA Technician

CV TECHNICAL LTD; Coventry; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading quality assurance provider located in Coventry is looking for a QA Technician to join their night team. The role demands a detail-oriented individual who can maintain high Quality and Food Safety standards throughout production. Key responsibilities include verifying processes, conducting tests, and ensuring complaint resolution. Candidates should have experience in QA/QC within manufacturing or food production. The position offers a salary of £29,099 and a shift pattern of 4 on / 4 off for optimal work-life balance.

Benefits

Opportunities for training and development

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• 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.

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.
• Investigate customer complaints, identify root causes and support preventive actions.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Confident communication

Teamwork

Education

Level 3 Hygiene

Basic Health and Safety

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