QA Technician: Drive Right-First-Time Quality in Manufacturing

DS Smith; Belper CP; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Income protection

Employee Assistance Programme

Employee Discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

DS Smith in Belper is seeking a proactive Quality Assurance Technician to safeguard product quality and support site quality systems. You will work closely with production teams in a fast-paced environment, driving right-first-time manufacturing and continuous improvement.

The role offers on-site hours, perm contract, and opportunities to lead quality initiatives, audits, and customer-facing activities. Join a global packaging leader focused on safety and excellence.

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing, production, or quality environment.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety requirements and ability to lead by example.
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
• Effective communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to coach, support and develop colleagues.
• Knowledge of quality standards, auditing processes, and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Ensure health and safety and site standards compliance.
• Manage and process customer complaints per site procedures.
• Conduct PACE sampling, testing, and reporting to support KPIs.
• Analyse data in weekly PACE reviews and support corrective actions.
• Provide technical, hygiene, and quality support across the site.
• Calibrate and maintain testing equipment for accuracy.
• Support new product introductions, customer trials, and watch orders.
• Assist with audits and quarantined stock management.
• Deputise for the Quality Assurance Manager when required.
• Champion product safety, quality excellence, and right-first-time culture.
• Represent DS Smith professionally during customer interactions and site visits.

Skills

Manufacturing environment

Quality assurance

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Job description

DS Smith in Belper is seeking a proactive Quality Assurance Technician to safeguard product quality and support site quality systems. You will work closely with production teams in a fast-paced environment, driving right-first-time manufacturing and continuous improvement.

The role offers on-site hours, perm contract, and opportunities to lead quality initiatives, audits, and customer-facing activities. Join a global packaging leader focused on safety and excellence.