Quality Coordinator

SugarFin Public Relations & Marketing Solutions; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable food manufacturing company in Peterborough is seeking a Quality Technician to ensure product quality and compliance. You will conduct routine quality checks, support the Quality Management System, and maintain high standards of food safety. The ideal candidate has experience in QA/QC within food manufacturing, a keen eye for detail, and a proactive approach. This role offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to develop your career in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in QA/QC within a food manufacturing or FMCG environment.
• Confident communicator with the ability to work effectively with production and technical teams.
• A proactive, hands-on approach and a genuine passion for quality and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine quality checks on raw materials, in-process, and finished products.
• Support and maintain the site’s Quality Management System (QMS).
• Conduct internal audits and assist with customer visits.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication

Education

Knowledge of HACCP and BRCGS standards

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Quality Technician

Location: Peterborough

Salary: Up to £28,000

Full time, permanent contract.

Are you a detail-driven Quality Technician looking for a role where you can make a real impact?

This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established food manufacturing site that prides itself on teamwork, innovation and the highest standards of product quality and safety.

You’ll be part of a supportive technical team that plays a vital role in maintaining compliance and ensuring customers receive consistently high-quality products.

Quality Technician Key Responsibilities

• Carry out routine quality checks on raw materials, in-process, and finished products to ensure compliance with internal and customer specifications.
• Support and maintain the site’s Quality Management System (QMS) in line with BRCGS and HACCP requirements.
• Conduct internal audits, GMP inspections and assist with third‑party audits or customer visits.
• Record, investigate and help resolve non‑conformances and customer complaints.
• Verify that production and hygiene teams are following correct procedures and good manufacturing practice (GMP).
• Maintain accurate quality documentation and ensure traceability is upheld at all times.
• Contribute ideas for continuous improvement in quality systems and site standards.

Skills & Experience Required as a Quality Technician

• Previous experience in QA/QC within a food manufacturing or FMCG environment.
• Knowledge of HACCP, BRCGS and food safety standards (qualification desirable).
• Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
• Confident communicator with the ability to work effectively with production and technical teams.
• Competent using Microsoft Office and maintaining accurate digital records.
• A proactive, hands‑on approach and a genuine passion for quality and compliance.

This role would suit a Quality Assurance Technician, QC Technician, QA Assistant or Quality Coordinator looking to develop their career within a supportive and quality-focused manufacturing business in Peterborough easily commutable from Spalding, Wisbech, Stamford, Huntingdon or March.

If this Quality Technician role sounds like the right next step for you, we’d love to hear from you and look forward to discussing your application in more detail.

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Your details will be reviewed by one of our Recruitment Partners, and we will contact you within five working days if your application is to be progressed further.