QA Technician - Food Manufacturing & GMP Compliance

Extension Recruitment Ltd; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturer in Gateshead is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician to join their team permanently. Responsibilities include product sampling, inspection, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience in a QA role in food manufacturing and hold a Level 3 Food Safety Certificate. This position operates on a weekly 3-shift rotation, offering a salary of £20,000 plus shift allowance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience in a QA Technician role within Food Manufacturing.
• Knowledge of working with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, BRC, HACCP, COSHH.

Responsibilities

• Carry out sampling and inspection of company products.
• Maintain accurate records of analysis and inspection.
• Perform daily GMP audits and CCP checks.

Skills

Food Safety Certificate (Level 3)

Experience writing SOPs

Knowledge of Quality Management Systems

Good Manufacturing Practices

Education

Degree 2:1 or above (desirable)

Level 2 Cleaning Technology & Control Course (desirable)

Job description

A leading food manufacturer in Gateshead is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician to join their team permanently. Responsibilities include product sampling, inspection, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience in a QA role in food manufacturing and hold a Level 3 Food Safety Certificate. This position operates on a weekly 3-shift rotation, offering a salary of £20,000 plus shift allowance.