Quality Assurance Technician

Reed Specialist Recruitment Ltd.; Grimsby; On-site; GBP 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Grimsby seeks a dedicated individual for a quality control role within the FMCG sector. The successful candidate will assist in product implementation and compliance with industry standards while working a full-time night shift. Key skills include detail orientation, effective communication, and FMCG experience. The position offers a competitive salary and various benefits including a pension scheme and life insurance.

Benefits

28 days holiday

Pension scheme

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Unlimited refreshments

On-site parking

Referral Programme

Qualifications

• Confident and approachable with the ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to prioritize effectively.
• Working knowledge of technical management systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the effective implementation of new products or changes.
• Ensure compliance with BRC/MSC and Local Authority requirements.
• Conduct audits to maintain high standards.

Skills

Ability to work under pressure

Strong written communication skills

Attention to detail

Experience within a FMCG environment

Speed and accuracy

Job description

Overview

• Location: Grimsby
• Salary: £33,673 per annum / £14.39 per hour
• Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
• Shift Pattern: Sunday - Thursday, 10pm - 6am
• Hours: 40 hours per week

Day-to-Day of the Role

• Assist in the effective implementation of all new products or changes to existing lines, including control of product labelling and documentation through liaison with production.
• Ensure compliance with BRC/MSC versions, retailer COP's, and Local Authority requirements at the factory level.
• Assist in maintaining the Quality Management System in line with all recommended standards to ensure ongoing factory compliance.
• Conduct various audits including hygiene, GMP, glass and brittle plastic, fabrication, and more to maintain the highest standards.
• Perform tasks such as facility and product temperature verification, paperwork auditing, CCP verification, and microbiological sample collection.
• Support the Operations team in the Label Room as required and update KPI and shift reports, ensuring adherence to correct work instructions and codes of practice.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Ability to work under pressure and prioritise effectively.
• Confident and approachable with the ability to meet deadlines.
• Speed, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Strong written communication skills for clear and concise reporting.
• Experience within a FMCG environment is essential.
• Working knowledge of technical management systems.

Benefits

• 28 days holiday.
• Pension scheme (5% employee contribution, 3% employer contribution).
• Life Insurance: 3 x annual salary.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Unlimited refreshments.
• On-site parking.
• Referral Programme.