QA Technician 12 months FTC

The Compleat Food Group; Ebbw Vale; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK food manufacturer is seeking a QA Technician to ensure the highest quality and safety standards in food production. In this role, you'll be responsible for compliance checks on products, conducting various quality tests, and supporting production teams in adhering to food safety procedures. Ideal candidates will have previous experience in quality assurance within food manufacturing, a sound understanding of relevant regulations, and a proactive approach. This position offers competitive pay with a range of employee benefits.

Benefits

Salary sacrifice schemes

33 days' annual leave

Enhanced retail discounts

Free product handouts

24/7 access to GroceryAid

Free diet and nutrition advice

Personalised online learning platform

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Quality Assurance role within food manufacturing.
• Good understanding of BRC regulations and food safety legislation.
• Enthusiastic, self-motivated, and flexible attitude.

Responsibilities

• Driving high-quality product and packaging standards.
• Conducting compliance checks on finished products and raw materials.
• Performing gas, pH, and weight testing.

Skills

Quality Assurance

HACCP knowledge

Food Safety

Attention to detail

Education

Level 2 Food Safety and Hygiene

Level 1/2 HACCP

Job description

Are you passionate about food quality and safety? Do you have an eye for detail and a drive for excellence? We are looking for a QA Technician to join our dedicated team and help ensure that our products meet the highest standards of quality, safety, and customer satisfaction.

Contract & Location

Contract: 12‑month fixed‑term
Location: Ebbw Vale, Rassau Industrial Estate, NP23 5SD
Hours: 06:00 - 18:00, 4 on / 4 off
Pay: £28,813 per year
Reporting to: QA Manager

About The Compleat Food Group

At the Compleat Food Group, we’re proud to be a food business built on purpose and passion. Formed in 2021, we’re on a mission tocreate food to feel good – great quality, tasty, and affordable food that people love to eat. We are a leading supplier of own‑label pastry, sweet bakery, party food, olives and antipasti, added‑value egg products, continental meats, dips and sauces, and plant‑based food to the UK’s major retailers and foodservice customers. With over 6,000 colleagues across 17 sites and an annual turnover of £1.3bn, we’re united by a shared ambition to shape the future of food for the better.

Your Role

As a QA Technician, you will play a key role in maintaining the highest food safety and quality standards.

• Driving high‑quality product and packaging standards
• Conducting compliance checks on finished products, raw materials, and packaging
• Performing gas, pH, weight, label, and sensory testing
• Preparing samples for chemical and microbiological analysis
• Assisting with corrective actions following non‑conformances
• Conducting allergen, CCP, and production compliance checks
• Performing environmental swabbing, water testing, and temperature monitoring
• Supporting production teams to ensure adherence to food safety and quality procedures
• Attending and contributing to daily, weekly, and monthly meetings

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience in a Quality Assurance role within food manufacturing
• Good understanding of BRC regulations, HACCP, and food safety legislation
• Qualifications: Level 2 Food Safety and Hygiene, Level 1/2 HACCP (preferred but not essential)
• Enthusiastic, self‑motivated, and flexible attitude

Why Join Us?

Financial & Lifestyle Benefits

• Salary sacrifice schemes – including Electric Vehicles, Home & Tech, Cycle to Work, and SMART Pension
• 33 days’ annual leave (including bank holidays) with the option to purchase extra
• Holiday discounts via our online retail platform
• Enh­anced retail discounts online and in‑store
• Free product handouts across our sites
• EV charging points – available at selected sites

Health & Wellbeing

• 24/7 access to GroceryAid for free financial, emotional, and practical support
• Physical Wellbeing Hub – free on‑demand exercise classes, gym discounts
• Free diet & nutrition advice with access to thousands of healthy recipes
• Online wellbeing support – from mindfulness to lifestyle resources
• Financial wellbeing tools – including mortgage calculators, budgeting tools, and financial aid

Career Growth & Development

• Personalised online learning platform (LMS)
• Formal and informal training opportunities tailored to your role
• Performance Development Plans and regular Career Conversations
• Company Mentoring Scheme
• Recognition through Club Compleat rewards

Community & Culture

• 2 paid volunteering days per year to give back to causes that matter to you
• Charity initiatives and fundraising events
• Team socials to connect and celebrate together
• Employee networks & support groups – including Women @ Compleat
• New baby gift for new parents

The Compleat Food Group fosters an inclusive, respectful culture where everyone feels safe, supported, and valued. We welcome diverse talent and are committed to fairness, equity, inclusivity, and respect. As an equal‑opportunity employer, we provide all the support you need to succeed.

Contact us with any questions about Diversity & Inclusion or accessibility during the application process.