QA Technician

Inform3 Recruitment; Newtownards; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

INFORM3 Recruitment is recruiting for a QA Technician in County Down to ensure product quality and compliance with food safety standards. You will report to the Quality Manager and support continuous improvement within the production environment.

The role requires a 3rd level qualification in Food Science and 1+ years QA/QC experience in food manufacturing, with knowledge of HACCP, BRC and other GFSI standards. On-site role with clear focus on process control and problem-solving.

Qualifications

• 3rd level qualification in a Food Science related discipline.
• 1+ years QA/QC experience in food manufacturing.
• Familiar with HACCP, BRC and GFSI standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and monitor the Food Safety Management system including HACCP and SOPs.
• Conduct internal audits and close out findings with management.
• Lead continuous improvement projects and problem-solving initiatives.
• Analyse production quality KPIs and report trends to production teams.
• Collaborate with production and maintenance to set and implement corrective actions.

Skills

QA & QC

Lean manufacturing

Communication

Problem solving

Excel

Education

3rd level qualification in a Food Science related discipline

Tools

Excel

Job description

Job Title – QA Technician

Job Location – Mid County Down

Salary – Based on Experience

About the Company:

INFORM3 are recruiting for a Quality Assurance Technician for our successful Manufacturing client based in County Down.

You will be reporting to the Quality Manager on a regular basis and act as a crucial link in maintaining product specifications and customer satisfaction while contributing to continuous improvement and problem-solving within the production environment.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic team where you can further develop your skills and knowledge. You will be responsible for ensuring that all product manufactured is done within the company regulations and guidelines.

Duties Include:

• Responsible for development, implementation, and monitoring of the Food Safety Management system, including the HACCP plan, pre-requisite programme and documented SOPs within the business.
• To conduct Internal audits across the site and communicate the results of internal audits and work with Management and supervisors on effective close outs.
• Own and manage projects, ensuring completion within agreed timeframes and involving key stakeholders.
• Apply Lean manufacturing principles daily in problem-solving, root cause analysis, and change management.
• Proactively identify and address hazards to prevent risks to product safety, initiate corrective and preventative actions, and oversee their effective implementation to address problems and drive continuous improvement.
• To analysis Production Quality KPI’s and proactively report trends and liaise with production teams in problem solving.
• Manage external non-conformance and complete complaint investigations, to ensure a rigorous approach to root cause analysis and that corrective and preventative actions are put in place in a timely manager.
• Collaborate with Production and Maintenance Management to set standards, solve problems, and implement corrective actions.

Skills & Experience Required:

• 3rd level qualification in a Food Science related discipline.
• Minimum 1-3 years+ QA/QC experience in Food Manufacturing environment & Quality systems.
• Knowledge of auditing, quality standards and systems, quality management techniques such as HACCP, Process Control, knowledge of food legislation, GFSI standards including BRC.
• Proven track record of achievement in continuous improvement.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in Excel & IT systems.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.

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