QA Technician

Jobs4; Witham; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long-term career prospects

Monday to Friday pattern

Supportive team environment

Immediate start available

Job summary

Jobs4 is seeking a QA Technician at our Essex site to join the Quality team. You will perform quality checks, audits, and support product release while maintaining stringent safety and compliance standards.

Working closely with Production, Hygiene and Technical teams, you will carry out environmental and equipment checks, assist with investigations, and help prepare for inspections. Monday to Friday, 3:00pm - 12:00am shift.

Qualifications

• Experience in a production/manufacturing environment, preferably in QA/QC.
• Attention to detail with a methodical approach and good communication across teams.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel/Word/Outlook) and able to learn systems quickly.

Responsibilities

• Complete daily quality and documentation checks.
• Carry out GMP, hygiene and housekeeping audits across the site.
• Perform equipment verification including metal detectors, scales and checkweighers.
• Monitor and record temperature checks and other critical control measures.
• Conduct allergen and hygiene swabbing activities.
• Support product release processes and compliance checks.
• Collect production samples and maintain accurate records.
• Assist with investigations, technical queries and corrective actions.

Skills

Quality assurance

Manufacturing experience

GMP knowledge

Microsoft Office

Tools

SAP

Job description

Job Description

QA Technician Chelmsford, Essex Monday to Friday | 3:00pm - 12:00am Are you looking to build your career within Quality Assurance in a fast-paced manufacturing environment?

We're partnering with a successful and growing manufacturer seeking a QA Technician to join their Quality team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous manufacturing or quality experience who enjoys working in a hands-on environment and takes pride in maintaining high standards. You'll play a key role in ensuring products meet quality, safety and compliance requirements, supporting production teams and helping maintain robust quality systems across the site.

The Role As a QA Technician, you'll support the technical and quality functions of the business through a range of quality checks, audits and compliance activities. Working closely with Production, Hygiene and Technical teams, you'll help ensure products are manufactured safely and to the required standards. Key Responsibilities

• Complete daily quality and documentation checks
• Carry out GMP, hygiene and housekeeping audits across the site
• Perform equipment verification, including metal detectors, scales and checkweighers
• Monitor and record temperature checks and other critical control measures
• Conduct allergen and hygiene swabbing activities
• Support product release processes and compliance checks
• Collect production samples and maintain accurate records
• Assist with investigations, technical queries and corrective actions
• Support internal, customer and supplier audits
• Help prepare for external inspections and compliance reviews
• Provide cover and support for the wider Quality team when required

About You We're looking for someone who is organised, proactive and comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience within a production / manufacturing environment, ideally in a Quality, QA, QC role
• Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to work
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively with different teams
• Competent user of Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word and Outlook
• Positive attitude with a willingness to learn and develop

Desirable

• Experience using SAP or a similar ERP system
• Knowledge of food safety, allergen management and GMP standards
• Experience supporting audits and compliance activities

What's on Offer?

• Opportunity with long-term career prospects
• Consistent Monday to Friday working pattern
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunity to gain further experience within Quality and Technical functions
• Immediate start available

If you're looking for your next opportunity within Quality Assurance and want to join a business where you can develop your skills and make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.