Technician

dsm-firmenich; Thirsk; On-site; EUR 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Quality Control Technician at a leading food manufacturing site in Thirsk. This role is pivotal in ensuring the highest standards of quality and food safety. You will engage in analytical controls, manage quality complaints, and collaborate with various departments to uphold and enhance food safety standards. This innovative company is dedicated to sustainability and creativity, providing ample opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are passionate about quality assurance and thrive in a collaborative environment, this position is perfect for you!

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Innovative work environment

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• Experience in analytical controls on raw materials and finished products.
• Knowledge of food safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct analytical controls on raw materials and finished products.
• Manage quality complaints and investigations.

Skills

Understanding of Chemistry

Lab experience

Team player

Negotiation skills

Education

Qualification in Food Science or Equivalent

Tools

ISO 9001

FSSC22000

Job description

Quality Control Technician

Thirsk, United Kingdom

Onsite

DSM-Firmenich are recruiting a Quality Control Technician to join their Quality team based at their food manufacturing site in Thirsk, North Yorkshire. Reporting to the Quality Manager, they will join a team of 3 colleagues to play a critical role in maintaining quality and food safety on site.

DEI Statement

At dsm-firmenich people are at the heart of the company. We are committed to equal employment opportunities and value diversity in the workplace.

Your key responsibilities

• Analytical controls on raw materials, intermediates and finished products
• Sensory control lead of raw materials and finished product
• Control of site Calibration schedule and testing
• Quality Complaints Management and Investigation
• Provide support to the Quality function through laboratory evaluations and ensure that the day-to-day quality issues are addressed to achieve food safety
• Work with other departments to ensure food safety and quality and maintain and improve standards

We bring:

• A position within an expanding site for flavours within the group
• Possibility to progress and develop to a lead role within a key team on site
• Room to expand knowledge in many areas of Food Manufacture and Quality
• To be part of a company shaping a strong legacy through breakthrough industrial innovations and technology
• To Join a high performing team delivering a first-class customer service through clarity, care and capability
• Work for a company with key values at its heart of customer service, people, creativity, sustainability and legacy

You bring:

• Understanding of Chemistry
• Qualification in Food Science or Equivalent desirable
• Lab experience
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 and FSSC22000 systems desirable
• A good team player with the ability to make decisions under pressure and negotiate technical issues with suppliers and clients

Equal Opportunities Commitment

dsm-firmenich is fully dedicated to inclusion because when people feel engaged and empowered, their creativity and innovation drives unprecedented progress. We aim to build a workplace where opportunity really is equal, so everyone can thrive. We do not discriminate: there’s a place for everyone at dsm-firmenich.

dsm-firmenich is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. dsm-firmenich people are as diverse as our customers. For us that includes a commitment to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

We are committed to providing reasonable support for disabled applicants in our recruiting process. Should you need assistance, and are comfortable to share this, please let us know.

About dsm-firmenich

As innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty, dsm-firmenich reinvents, manufactures, and combines vital nutrients, flavors, and fragrances for the world’s growing population to thrive. With our comprehensive range of solutions, with natural and renewable ingredients and renowned science and technology capabilities, we work to create what is essential for life, desirable for consumers, and more sustainable for the planet. dsm-firmenich is a Swiss-Dutch company, listed on the Euronext Amsterdam, with operations in almost 60 countries and revenues of more than €12 billion. With a diverse, worldwide team of nearly 30,000 employees, we bring progress to life every day, everywhere, for billions of people.