Quality Assurance Operator

Acorn by Synergie; St. Austell; On-site; GBP 17,908 - 20,664; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Acorn Rewards Scheme

Wellbeing support platform

Immediate start

Job summary

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting QA Operators, Quality Assurance Operators, and Quality Control Operatives for a modern manufacturer in St Austell. This position offers a rotating 4 on, 4 off shift pattern with day (£13.90/hr) and night (£14.59/hr) shifts, an immediate start, and a pathway to permanent employment after probation with full training and ongoing development opportunities.

Join a supportive team in a regulated manufacturing environment with focus on quality and compliance, including

Qualifications

• Previous experience in manufacturing or production.
• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to follow procedures accurately.
• Willingness to work rotating 4-on/4-off shifts (7am–7pm / 7pm–7am).

Responsibilities

• Carry out quality inspections of manufactured products in line with quality standards.
• Complete batch documentation accurately and on time.
• Take and inspect IPC samples in accordance with SOPs.
• Report HS&E incidents and near misses.
• Maintain 5S housekeeping standards.
• Support packaging, labeling, and operation of production machinery.
• Respond to machine alarms and take corrective action to maintain production flow.
• Ensure all work complies with cGMP guidelines and company procedures.
• Complete shift handovers and elevate issues when required.

Job description

QA Operator | Quality Assurance Operator | Quality Control Operative | St Austell | £13.90 per hour (Days) | £14.59 per hour (Nights) | Rotating 4 on, 4 off Shift Pattern | Temporary to Permanent | Immediate Start

Introduction

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting QA Operators, Quality Assurance Operators, and Quality Control Operatives for a modern, forward-thinking manufacturer in St Austell.

This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with manufacturing or production experience to join a well-established business offering full training, an immediate start, and the potential to secure a permanent position.

What We Offer

• £13.90 per hour for day shifts.
• £14.59 per hour for night shifts.
• Temporary to permanent opportunity.
• Immediate start available.
• Full training with opportunities for career development.
• Supportive and friendly working environment.
• Access to the Acorn Rewards Scheme with discounts and cashback at major retailers.
• Free access to a wellbeing support platform.

Key Duties

• Carry out quality inspections of manufactured products in line with quality standards.
• Complete batch documentation accurately and on time.
• Take and inspect in-process control (IPC) samples in accordance with specifications and Standard Operating Instructions (SOIs).
• Report and record Health, Safety & Environmental (HS&E) incidents, near misses, and unsafe acts.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards in line with 5S principles.
• Support packaging, labelling, and the operation of production machinery.
• Respond to machine alarms and take corrective action to maintain production flow.
• Ensure all work complies with company procedures and current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) guidelines.
• Complete effective shift handovers and elevate issues where required.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Working knowledge of ERP systems, such as SAP or similar.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to follow procedures accurately.
• Computer literate with a proactive and reliable approach.
• Willingness to work a rotating shift pattern of 4 days (7am-7pm), 4 days off, 4 nights (7pm-7am), 4 days off.