Quality Technician

Wentworth James Group; Lichfield; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Wentworth James Group is seeking a dedicated Quality Technician to join our manufacturing team. You will ensure products meet established quality standards through inspection, testing, and analysis, supporting continuous improvement and HACCP compliance.

The ideal candidate will possess strong analysis skills, a solid understanding of quality assurance processes, and familiarity with HACCP principles to uphold industry regulations.

Qualifications

• Experience as Quality Technician in manufacturing or food production.
• Ability to interpret data, identify trends.
• Knowledge of HACCP principles and food safety regulations.
• Familiar with QA tools, inspection techniques, testing equipment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough inspections of raw materials, in-process components, and finished products to verify compliance with specifications.
• Perform detailed analysis of product samples using appropriate testing methods and equipment.
• Maintain accurate documentation of inspection results, test data, and non-conformance reports.
• Collaborate with production teams to identify root causes of quality issues and recommend corrective actions.
• Support the implementation and monitoring of HACCP plans to ensure food safety standards are met.
• Assist in internal audits and support external regulatory inspections by providing necessary documentation.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing product quality and process efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with all safety protocols and quality assurance procedures throughout production.

Skills

Analysis skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Problem-solving

Tools

Testing equipment

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Quality Technician to join our manufacturing team. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring that products meet established quality standards through rigorous inspection, testing, and analysis. Your expertise will support continuous improvement initiatives and uphold the company's commitment to delivering safe, high-quality products to our customers. The ideal candidate will possess strong analysis skills, a solid understanding of quality assurance processes, and familiarity with HACCP principles to maintain compliance with industry regulations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough inspections of raw materials, in-process components, and finished products to verify compliance with specifications.
• Perform detailed analysis of product samples using appropriate testing methods and equipment.
• Maintain accurate documentation of inspection results, test data, and non-conformance reports.
• Collaborate with production teams to identify root causes of quality issues and recommend corrective actions.
• Support the implementation and monitoring of HACCP plans to ensure food safety standards are met.
• Assist in internal audits and support external regulatory inspections by providing necessary documentation.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing product quality and process efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with all safety protocols and quality assurance procedures throughout production.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Quality Technician or similar role within a manufacturing or food production environment.
• Strong analysis skills with the ability to interpret data accurately and identify trends.
• Knowledge of HACCP principles and food safety regulations is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with quality assurance tools, inspection techniques, and testing equipment.
• Excellent attention to detail coupled with strong organizational skills.
• Effective communication skills for collaborating across departments and documenting findings clearly.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining a proactive approach to problem-solving.