Quality Assurance Technician

Reed Specialist Recruitment Ltd.; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician in Greater Manchester. The role offers a salary of £30,000 - £32,000 and is focused on maintaining Food Safety and Quality standards in a growing business that provides excellent career development opportunities. Ideal candidates will have previous QA/QC experience and a strong understanding of Food Safety and HACCP. Shifts include mornings and afternoons, providing a good work-life balance without overnight work.

Benefits

Good work-life balance

Career development opportunities

Secure employment in growing business

Qualifications

• Experience in QA/QC in Food Manufacturing or related Production role.
• Strong understanding of Food Safety, Hygiene, and HACCP standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections based on Quality & HACCP plans.
• Ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Monitor product traceability throughout production.

Skills

Quality Assurance experience

Food Safety understanding

HACCP knowledge

Job description

Quality Assurance Technician

Salary: £30,000 - £32,000 (Inclusive of Shift Bonuses) – Manchester

Do you have Quality Assurance or Quality Control experience in a Food Manufacturing or Packaging business and want to join a secure, rapidly growing business in Manchester that works with major retailers and is receiving continuous investment?

As a QA Technician, you’ll be responsible for monitoring, maintaining and verifying Food Safety standards, Quality Systems and overall Product Quality across several lines producing microwave meals and fresh meats.

Key responsibilities

• Covering morning to afternoons shifts one week, afternoon to evening shifts the other week
• Conducting inspections in line with Quality & HACCP plans
• Monitoring and verifying traceability across the production process
• Inspecting and testing finished products to ensure conformance to Quality standards
• Liaising with Production teams to ensure adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices
• Recording and reporting any non-conformances

Ideal candidates will have

• Previous experience in QA/QC in Food Manufacturing, either as a Quality professional or gained through a Production role
• Strong understanding of Food Safety, Food Hygiene and HACCP

What's in it for you?

• Join a secure and growing business that is continuously investing in its staff
• Enjoy a good work-life balance with no overnight shifts
• Work out of an easily accessible factory near Salford
• Excellent long-term career development opportunities

Ready to take the next step in your career as a Quality specialist? Apply today by clicking the link or emailing your CV.