QA Technician

Henderson Brown; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Henderson Brown is seeking a proactive Quality Assurance Technician to uphold food safety, quality, and compliance. Based in the East Midlands, you’ll support production operations to ensure every product meets customer expectations and legislative standards.

This permanent role offers a day-to-day focus on inspections, testing, audits, and root-cause analysis, with emphasis on continuous improvement and Right First Time performance. Own transport and full UK working rights are required.

Qualifications

• Experience in a QA/Technical role within food manufacturing or FMCG.
• Strong understanding of GMP, HACCP, food safety principles, traceability, and quality management systems.

Responsibilities

• Carry out quality inspections, product testing, and analytical checks, investigate out-of-spec results.
• Monitor production processes, ensure full product traceability, complete quality documentation in real time.
• Conduct GMP, glass & hard plastic, hygiene, and food safety audits; ensure site compliance with standards.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Food safety

Attention to detail

Communication

Organisation

Tools

GMP

HACCP

Job description

Salary: GBP28000 - GBP33000 per annum

We're partnering with a leading food manufacturer looking for a proactive Quality Assurance Technician to play a vital role in maintaining the highest standards of food safety, quality, and compliance. Working at the heart of the production operation, you'll help ensure every product leaving site meets customer expectations, legislative requirements, and industry-leading standards.

Permanent

Mon – Fri afternoon shift: £29,000

OR

6pm - 6am 4 on 4 off £33,000 including night shift premium

What You'll Be Doing:

• Carry out quality inspections, product testing, and analytical checks, ensuring any out-of-specification results are investigated and escalated promptly
• Monitor production processes, maintain full product traceability, and verify that all quality documentation is completed accurately and in real time
• Conduct GMP, glass & hard plastic, hygiene, and food safety audits, ensuring the site remains compliant with BRCGS, customer standards, and internal procedures
• Release production lines following cleaning verification and environmental swabbing, ensuring equipment is safe and ready for manufacture
• Support investigations into quality issues, implementing corrective actions and root cause analysis to drive continuous improvement and Right First Time performance
• Work closely with Production, Hygiene, and Technical teams to uphold exceptional housekeeping, allergen control, and food safety standards across the factory
• Assist during customer visits and third-party audits, confidently representing the Quality function and supporting audit readiness
• Champion a proactive food safety culture by promoting best practice, maintaining high hygiene standards, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives across the site

What We're Looking For:

• Experience in a Quality Assurance, Quality Control, or Technical role within food manufacturing or FMCG
• Good understanding of GMP, HACCP, food safety principles, traceability, and quality management systems
• Excellent attention to detail with the confidence to challenge non-conformances and maintain high quality standards
• Strong communication and organisational skills, with the ability to work effectively across production, hygiene, and technical teams
• A proactive, hands-on approach with a passion for continuous improvement and delivering safe, high-quality products
• Own transport and full UK working rights (no sponsorship or visas available)

If you're looking to build your technical career within a business that values quality, food safety, and continuous improvement, this is an excellent opportunity to make a real impact from day one