Quality Control Technician

Reed Specialist Recruitment Ltd.; Kendal; On-site; GBP 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a Quality Control Technician to ensure product quality and compliance at their Kendal location. The role involves reviewing batch records, handling complaints, and maintaining documentation. Applicants should have a degree in a relevant field and experience in a quality role. Competitive salary of £32,517 including shift premium is offered, along with professional growth opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary package including shift premium

Opportunities for professional growth and development

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a quality role within food manufacturing, pharmaceutical, or medical devices.
• Strong knowledge of GMP, HACCP, and quality systems.
• Self-motivated and methodical with a focus on continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Review and approve batch records, in-process checks, and laboratory results.
• Handle customer and vendor complaints, performing root cause analyses.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, GFSI, BRCGS & Regulatory standards.
• Collaborate across functions to resolve quality issues.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry, or related discipline

Job description

Quality Control Technician

• Annual Salary: £32,517 (including shift premium)
• Location: Kendal
• Job Type: Full-time
• Earliest: 06:00-13:30 Monday to Friday
• Lates: 13:15-21:15 Monday to Thursday and 13:15-18:45 Friday

Join our team as a Quality Control Technician, based at our headquarters in Kendal. This role involves a rotating 2-week shift pattern and offers a total remuneration of £32,517 per annum. As a Quality Control Technician, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the quality and compliance of our products.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Product Quality & Release:
  • Review and approve batch records, in-process checks, and laboratory results for raw materials, intermediates, and finished goods.
  • Perform dispositioning of materials and products, ensuring compliance with internal specifications and regulatory requirements.
  • Liaise with Production, Laboratories, and Supply Chain to ensure timely release of products.
  • Maintain accurate and traceable documentation for all batch dispositions.
  • Comply with safety and hygiene procedures, including adopting safe working practices and using required protective clothing and safety equipment.
• Customer and Vendor Complaints:
  • Receive, log, investigate, and respond to all customer and vendor complaints within agreed timelines.
  • Perform root cause analyses, coordinate testing or sampling when necessary, and document findings.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to prevent recurrence and improve supplier quality performance.
  • Track and trend complaints to identify recurring issues or emerging risks.
• Compliance and Documentation:
  • Ensure that all activities comply with GMP, GFSI, BRCGS & Regulatory (UK/EU/US/CA) standards.
  • Assist with internal, supplier, and regulatory audits, providing documentation and evidence as required.
  • Contribute to the review and update of Quality Management System (QMS) documents, including SOPs, forms, and work instructions.
  • Support training of staff in quality standards, procedures, and hygiene practices.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration:
  • Work closely with Production, Laboratories, R&D, and Supply Chain to resolve quality issues.
  • Liaise with external manufacturers and suppliers to maintain consistent quality expectations.
  • Communicate quality performance, trends, and improvement actions to management and stakeholders.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry, or a related discipline.
• Proven experience in a quality role within the food manufacturing, pharmaceutical, or medical devices industry.
• Strong knowledge of GMP, HACCP, and quality systems.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Professional communication skills at all levels.
• Self‑motivated, efficient, methodical, and a great team player with a continuous improvement focus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package including shift premium.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Supportive team environment.

To apply for the Quality Control Technician position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.