Quality Technician

Venatu Consulting Ltd; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in Lincoln is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician to join their quality team. The successful candidate will conduct internal audits, maintain quality records, and ensure product compliance in a supportive environment. Shifts are 4 on/4 off, with competitive pay and overtime. Ideal for detail-oriented individuals with a background in quality or manufacturing. Apply to become part of a dedicated team focused on high standards of quality and safety.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Overtime enhancements

Quarterly performance bonus

Free parking

Qualifications

• Experience in a quality or manufacturing environment is desirable.
• Flexible and willing to support shift cover when needed.

Responsibilities

• Conduct internal audits of quality systems.
• Maintain and supervise quality records.
• Inspect and test products.
• Input non-conformance data into reporting systems.
• Support quality administration.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Team player

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

Overview

A leading manufacturer is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician to support its factory Quality System. This role offers a great opportunity to join a supportive and close-knit team, where you’ll be the dedicated Quality Technician on shift, ensuring high standards of compliance, product quality, and safety.

What You’ll Do as a Quality Assurance Technician

• Conduct internal audits of quality systems, including product checks, hygiene, 5S, glass, and insect audits.
• Maintain and supervise quality records and retained samples.
• Manage quarantined materials, keeping accurate records and communicating with relevant staff.
• Control positive release processes.
• Perform material analysis for product development and corrective actions.
• Inspect and test products, including quarantined and new materials, reporting results to the Quality and Technical Manager.
• Input non-conformance data into reporting systems.
• Support quality administration and contribute to cross-functional quality initiatives.
• Provide cover for holidays, sickness, and weekends as required.
• Take part in improvement projects, including World Class Manufacturing (WCM).

Shift, Pay & Benefits

• Shift pattern: 4 on / 4 off (2 days, 2 nights), 12-hour shifts (6am–6pm / 6pm–6am) with a 1-hour paid break.
• Pay: £13.43 per hour.
• Overtime: 1.5x (standard) / 2.0x (Sundays & Bank Holidays).
• Bonus: Gainshare up to 5% of earnings every quarter, linked to site KPIs.
• Free parking and accessible commute from nearby areas.

About You

• Experience in a quality or manufacturing environment is desirable.
• Strong attention to detail with excellent organisation skills.
• Able to manage multiple tasks under pressure.
• Flexible and willing to support shift cover when needed.
• Positive, proactive, and collaborative team player.

Why Join Us

• Be part of a close-knit quality team, with one dedicated QA Technician per shift.
• Work in a supportive, safety-focused environment.
• Gain hands-on experience in quality systems, product testing, and continuous improvement.
• Enjoy competitive pay, overtime enhancements, and a quarterly performance bonus.

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Job Info

Job Title: Quality Technician

Company:

Location: Lincoln, Lincolnshire

Posted: Sep 25th 2025

Closes: Oct 26th 2025

Sector:

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full Time