Quality Assurance Specialist

Marmion; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A global FMCG manufacturer in Harrogate is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician to maintain Food Safety & Quality Systems. The ideal candidate should have experience in Quality Assurance or microbiology within food manufacturing. This is a full-time role that requires UK residency and involves conducting quality tasks in a laboratory setting. Excellent communication and organisational skills are essential, along with a degree in a relevant field. Competitive salary offered.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable prior QA or microbiology experience within a food manufacturing environment.
• Must be UK resident with full UK working rights and in commutable distance to Harrogate.

Responsibilities

• Support the Quality Manager in maintaining Food Safety & Quality Systems.
• Conduct hygiene surveys and microbiological testing.
• Perform Quality Assurance line-audits and maintain clean working environment.

Skills

Prior experience in Quality Assurance

Microbiology lab experience

Degree in natural or biological sciences

HACCP qualifications

Exceptional communication skills

Organisational skills

IT literate

Driver with own transport

Education

Degree in natural or biological sciences or relevant qualifications in HACCP

Job description

Quality Assurance Specialist

We're searching for a Quality Assurance (QA) Technician to join the Quality & Technical department of a global FMCG manufacturer in Harrogate. Demonstrable prior QA or microbiology experience within a food manufacturing environment is desired.

Candidates must be UK resident with full UK working rights residing within commutable distance to Harrogate. Please note we cannot offer visa sponsorship for overseas candidates.

• £30,000 pa, dependent on experience
• 8 Hour Shift Rota
• Must be UK resident with full UK working rights residing within local area

Key Skills and Experience

• Prior experience in Quality Assurance and/or Microbiology lab-based roles is desired.
• Degree in natural or biological sciences, or relevant qualifications in HACCP or Quality Assurance.
• Exceptional communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to promote a safety-first environment and adhere to health & safety requirements.
• Comfortable working on a shift rota and requirement to cover holidays/absence within the team.
• IT literate - able to use Microsoft and inhouse packages.
• Team player, with ability to prioritise for the benefit of the wider business.
• Driver with own transport an advantage due to visits off site to boreholes.

The Role

As a Quality Assurance Technician, you will report into the Quality Manager and be responsible for conducting quality assurance tasks across the site, with a focus on activities within the micro lab facility. You will be responsible for maintaining Food Safety & Quality Systems in accordance to business need.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Quality Manager in maintaining Food Safety & Quality Systems.
• Conduct site hygiene surveys of plant and personnel and microbiological testing in line with schedule and documented procedures as.
• Sampling and plating of relevant plant-based samples and finished products.
• Perform regular Quality Assurance line-audits to ensure product quality and packaging standards.
• Maintain a clean working environment and ensure proper stock rotation of lab consumables (FIFO).
• Carry out complaint investigations and document findings within Safefood 360.
• Collaborate closely with the Operations department, taking a proactive stance in identifying potential risks and jointly addressing issues as they emerge
• Dipping boreholes and collect technical data as required.
• Read, document, and communicate sample analysis results effectively and confidentially.
• Further QA responsibilities including equipment calibrations, stock taking & ordering, and participating in internal and external audits for Micro Lab Accreditation (LabCred), and ISO 14001.
• Participate in project-based work as required within the department

Our Client

We're partnering with a market-leading UK manufacturer based in Harrogate—renowned for their exceptional quality, sustainability practices, and strong commitment to employee development. This is your chance to join a values-driven organisation.

If you feel you are suitable, please apply today by submitting your CV. Alternatively, if you have any questions or would like to discuss the opportunity further, please contact Jonny McPartland directly on 07375 675 049 / 0113 332 0678.

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Quality Assurance

Industries

• Food and Beverage Services