Quality Assurance Technician

Glanbia; Middlesbrough; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in nutrition is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician to join their dynamic team in Middlesbrough. This role is essential for ensuring that all products meet rigorous quality and safety standards. You will work in a modern food manufacturing environment, promoting a culture of safety and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in food safety and quality assurance, along with excellent communication and problem-solving skills. Join a company committed to innovation and excellence, offering competitive salaries and global career development opportunities.

Benefits

Global Career Development

On-demand Learning Platform

Competitive Salary

Staff Discounts

Health Insurance

Qualifications

• Experience in the food industry, ideally in Quality/Technical.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and SAP is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Promote a safe working environment and support a safety-first culture.
• Maintain product integrity and ensure compliance with safety and legal standards.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Strategic Thinking

Problem-Solving

Effective Communication

Education

Level 3 Food Hygiene Certification

HACCP Qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP

Job description

Glanbia Performance Nutrition

Join our team at Glanbia, a values-driven organization committed to innovation, sustainability, and excellence. Our mission is built on delivering better nutrition for every step of life’s journey. Taking pride in everything we do, delivering excellence together, every day.

Location:

Middlesbrough

About Us

Glanbia is a global leader in nutrition, committed to delivering better health and wellness for people around the world. Our portfolio includes renowned brands in both performance nutrition and nutrition ingredients. We deliver leading brands such as Optimum Nutrition (ON), BSN, Isopure, SlimFast, Body&Fit, Nutramino, Think!, and Amazing Grass globally.

With over 6,000 employees across 32 countries and an annual turnover of €3.6 billion, we are committed to improving health and well-being.

Working Hours:

12-hour shifts, 4 days on - 4 days off pattern, alternating between 4 day shifts (6am – 6pm) and 4 night shifts (6pm – 6am).

Workplace Environment

This role reports to the QA Manager and is based in the production/warehouse areas within a modern food manufacturing environment. You may work in other areas of the business as required.

Position Overview

We are seeking a passionate Quality Assurance Technician to join our team. If you’re enthusiastic about manufacturing and supplying quality nutrition, this role is for you! You will ensure all products and food safety processes meet requirements, support continuous improvement, and promote best practices to ensure quality standards are met.

What You’ll Do

• Health, Safety & Welfare: Promote a safe working environment and support a safety-first culture.
• Food Safety & Legality: Maintain product integrity and ensure compliance with safety and legal standards.
• Quality: Strive for high standards in products, people, and plant.
• Communication: Ensure effective communication to promote teamwork and alignment.
• Planning & Control: Contribute to site strategy and business targets.
• Cost & Efficiencies: Maintain standards to support growth and performance, seeking continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in the food industry, ideally in Quality/Technical.
• Level 3 Food Hygiene certification.
• HACCP qualification or experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and SAP (desirable).
• Knowledge of BRCGS, internal auditing, and risk assessment (desirable).
• High attention to detail, teamwork, strategic thinking, problem-solving, and effective communication skills.

If you believe you have what it takes, even if you don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply!

Work Location

Middlesbrough

What We Offer

• Global Career Development
• On-demand Learning Platform
• Competitive Salary, Staff Discounts, Health Insurance

About Glanbia

The Glanbia Group includes three divisions: Glanbia Performance Nutrition, Glanbia Nutritionals, and Joint Ventures. We operate in 130 countries worldwide with market-leading products. We celebrate diversity and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to join us.