Quality Assurance Technician

Reed Specialist Recruitment Ltd.; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruiting agency in the UK is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician to develop and implement quality standards in the food industry. The role involves maintaining quality management systems, overseeing accreditations, and ensuring product compliance. Strong communication skills and a background in HACCP or food safety are ideal. Competitive salary and opportunities for professional development are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Professional development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Previous HACCP and food safety knowledge or qualifications are beneficial.
• Previous experience in the food industry is desirable.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Strong communication skills, organizational abilities, and attention to detail.
• Adaptability to meet the changing needs of the role and the organization.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement quality standards and processes.
• Maintain the BRC quality management system.
• Oversee accreditation bodies and attend audits.
• Implement and monitor KPIs related to accreditation.

Skills

HACCP knowledge

Food safety

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Organizational abilities

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Job description

Overview

Quality Assurance Technician

• Annual Salary: Competitive
• Location: Daventry, Northants NN11
• Job Type: Full-time

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a well-established business based in Daventry for a dedicated Quality Assurance Technician. This pivotal role involves developing, implementing, and overseeing quality standards and processes to ensure that products consistently meet the highest quality specifications. The successful candidate will be instrumental in upholding the company\'s reputation for high-quality standards across all areas, including production sites and head office.

Responsibilities

• Write up, coordinate, implement, and train staff on new standard operating procedures, ensuring all relevant staff members sign off.
• Maintain the BRC quality management system in line with the current version of the BRC standard.
• Maintain soil association accreditation and oversee all other accreditation bodies, including attending the annual SA audit.
• Flag any procedural changes for products, ensuring updates in the company\'s standard operating procedures with correct sign-offs and dates.
• Review and follow up on supplier audits to ensure all actions are closed out by the deadline set by the Nutrition Director.
• Assist with the Goods In procedure alongside the nutrition team.
• Report and analyse Non-Conformances and complaints, highlighting any trends to management.
• Review and oversee label and packaging versions and approvals.
• Manage and update technical documents on OW with version changes.
• Organize, attend, and take notes for all meetings regarding accreditation and run the annual BRC Management meeting.
• Implement and monitor KPIs related to accreditation, compiling data for management review.
• Review and approve documents prepared and submitted by suppliers.
• Organize, attend, and conduct full facility audits with suppliers alongside a technical consultant.
• Oversee external product analysis with laboratories, including the ongoing review of high-risk ingredients.
• Provide cover for other duties in case of sickness or annual leave.
• Maintain a good understanding of food safety and internal quality procedures.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Previous HACCP and food safety knowledge or qualifications are beneficial.
• Previous experience in the food industry is desirable.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Strong communication skills, organizational abilities, and attention to detail.
• Adaptability to meet the changing needs of the role and the organization.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Opportunities for professional development through 90 Day Performance Reviews and annual appraisals.
• A dynamic and supportive work environment.