Quality & Microbiology Technician - Food Manufacturing

MARMION; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Harrogate Based

8 Hour Shift Rota (1 weekend in 3)

Job summary

Marmion seeks a Quality Assurance Technician to join its Harrogate team in a comprehensive QA role spanning microbiology, food safety, and quality systems. You will work across Quality, Production and Operations to uphold high standards and robust documentation.

The role suits graduates or professionals with QA or microbiology experience, offering development within a quality-led manufacturing environment and a pathway to broader responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Degree in natural sciences, biological sciences, food science, microbiology or related discipline.
• Experience in Quality Assurance, microbiology, food manufacturing or lab environment desirable.
• Awareness of HACCP, food safety or quality assurance principles advantageous.
• Strong attention to detail with ability to maintain accurate records.
• Excellent communication skills liaising across departments.
• Organised, proactive and able to prioritise workload in a fast-paced environment.
• IT literacy and ability to use MS Office and internal systems.
• Safety-first mindset and integrity in work.
• Flexible approach to working hours and shifts.
• Driving licence and own transport advantageous for off-site visits.

Responsibilities

• Support the Quality Manager in maintaining Food Safety and Quality Systems.
• Conduct hygiene surveys of plant and personnel as scheduled.
• Carry out microbiological testing and plating of samples.
• Complete regular QA line audits and review product quality and version control.
• Maintain written and electronic quality records, including results and investigations.
• Support complaint investigations and document outcomes.
• Maintain a clean, organised micro lab and stock rotation of consumables.
• Carry out equipment calibrations, stock checks and receipt of consumables.
• Participate in internal and external audits including micro lab accreditation.
• Dipping boreholes and collect technical data as required.
• Collaborate with Operations to identify risks and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Team collaboration

IT literacy

Education

Science-based degree

Job description

Marmion seeks a Quality Assurance Technician to join its Harrogate team in a comprehensive QA role spanning microbiology, food safety, and quality systems. You will work across Quality, Production and Operations to uphold high standards and robust documentation.

The role suits graduates or professionals with QA or microbiology experience, offering development within a quality-led manufacturing environment and a pathway to broader responsibilities.