QA Technician

Gi Group; Oldham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturer in the UK is seeking a QA Technician to ensure food safety and compliance. Key responsibilities include conducting audits, supporting production, and training staff on quality standards. Ideal candidates have experience in food manufacturing or a degree in food science, with attention to detail and strong communication skills. The role may require flexibility in working hours.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a food manufacturing environment or a degree in food science.
• Knowledge of food safety standards (e.g., BRC), auditing, and HACCP desirable.
• Internal auditing qualification desirable.

Responsibilities

• Compile, issue, and train staff on process control records and quality standards.
• Attend trials and product launches to support technical requirements.
• Audit and monitor food safety, quality, and legality within the factory.
• Conduct internal audits (systems, GMP, CCP).
• Investigate customer complaints and attend complaint review meetings.
• Troubleshoot and support Operations/Technical teams in resolving issues.
• Monitor hygiene, food safety, GMP, traceability, allergen management, legality, and quality standards.
• Carry out traceability and mass balance exercises.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

IT literacy (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Good numeracy skills

Ability to work independently

Education

Degree in food science or equivalent experience in food manufacturing

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a QA Technician to join a leading food manufacturer, reporting directly to the Factory Technical Manager. This role plays a key part in ensuring food safety, quality, and compliance across a busy production environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Compile, issue, and train staff on process control records and quality standards
• Attend trials and product launches to support technical requirements
• Audit and monitor food safety, quality, and legality within the factory
• Conduct internal audits (systems, GMP, CCP)
• Investigate customer complaints and attend complaint review meetings
• Troubleshoot and support Operations/Technical teams in resolving issues
• Monitor hygiene, food safety, GMP, traceability, allergen management, legality, and quality standards
• Carry out traceability and mass balance exercises
• Ensure foreign body controls are in place and effective
• Organise and attend QC panels, ensuring corrective actions are followed up
• Calibrate key equipment and perform swabbing (microbiological and allergen) as required
• Maintain GMP standards to ensure readiness for unannounced audits and customer visits

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Previous experience in a food manufacturing environment OR a degree in food science
• Knowledge of food safety standards (e.g., BRC), auditing, and HACCP desirable
• Strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills across all levels
• Organisational skills to thrive in a fast‑paced environment with competing priorities
• IT literacy (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and good numeracy skills
• Ability to work independently without supervision
• Internal auditing qualification desirable
• Flexibility to work nights, evenings, or weekends when required

Should you require any support or assistance, please contact your local Gi Group office.