Quality Data Technician

Vrieservice; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 29,000; Full time

Job description

We are currently seeking an interim Quality Data Technician to work with our global FMCG client Unilever, renowned for iconic brands such as Magnum, Ben & Jerry's, Cornetto, and Solero, to become an integral part of their fast-paced FMCG ice cream manufacturing environment.

The position is based at Barnwood, Gloucester. This is a full-time temporary role for 6 months, requiring 37.50 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Compensation for this role is competitive, paying between £28,500 per annum, pro rata, depending upon experience.

Job Summary: We are seeking a highly motivated, proactive, organised and detail orientated Quality Digitalisation Technician to co-ordinate the transition of our food safety and quality checks from paper-based processes to digital systems. The successful candidate will play a critical role in enhancing the efficiency, accuracy, and compliance of our quality operations within the factory environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyse Current Processes: Evaluate existing paper-based food safety and quality check procedures to identify areas for digital transformation.
• Develop Digital Solutions: Collaborate with central functions and The Quality Teams to develop and implement digital systems that streamline and automate quality checks.
• System Integration: Ensure seamless integration of new digital tools with existing factory systems and processes.
• Training and Support: Provide training and ongoing support to factory staff on the use of new digital systems.
• Data Management: Oversee the migration of historical data from paper records to digital formats, ensuring data integrity and accessibility.
• Compliance and Standards: Ensure that digital transformation initiatives comply with the Walls Quality Management System (QMS) and regulatory requirements.
• Continuous Improvement: Monitor the performance of digital systems and implement improvements as needed to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Troubleshooting: Address and resolve any technical issues related to the digital systems.

The Main Responsibilities Are As Follows

• Report to Quality Systems Lead
• Inputting quality and food safety checks into digital systems.
• Monitoring digital systems to ensure the checks are being completed accurately, timely and with sufficient information.
• Developing a digital document control system to ensure the input and changes to information are recorded, controlled and retained as required.
• Co-ordination of the delivery of digital paperless monitoring systems to the factory
• Training and engagement of factory staff on the digitisation monitoring programmes.
• Collaboration with central teams on the deliverance of digitisation systems to the factory
• Maintenance of current food safety and quality monitoring systems
• Maintenance of digital food safety and quality monitoring systems
• Reporting of progress of the digitisation programmes to leadership.

Qualifications

• Education: Minimum of secondary education preferably specialising in information technology or sciences
• Experience with digital technology systems is essential. Experience within a manufacturing environment with ERP systems is a plus.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in digital tools and software used for quality assurance and data management.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to assess current processes and develop effective digital solutions.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to train and support factory staff.
• Attention to Detail: High level of attention to detail to ensure accuracy and compliance in digital transformation initiatives.
• Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the food manufacturing industry.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and standards.
• Experience in digital transformation or related fields.

Gloucester Working Environment

• Ice cream manufacturing environment
• There is an onsite restaurant available, serving breakfast and lunch
• Uniform for manufacturing workers
• Staff shop selling discounted products
• Onsite parking
• Close proximity to M5 motorway and a 20-minute drive from Cheltenham.