Due to expansion our client is looking to recruit a QA Technician. The position of the QA Technician is predominantly a factory-based role located between two Chesterfield based sites.
Working within an established team, the role will report into the Technical Manager on site and work alongside another QA Technician.
The purpose of this role is to ensure the highest level of technical compliance is adhered to through factory processes and due diligence procedures, as demanded by the Company, its customers, and associated accreditations; assisted by the technical department, management, and wider team.
THE ROLE:
The QA Technician duties and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:
Calibration of scales, temperature probes, and PH meters
Product, room, and steriliser temperature checks
Glass / brittle object checks and audits
Label checks, to specification
Calibration & checks of chemical cleaning strengths
Factory GMP / operating standards and records
Completion of non-conformance documentation
Completion of raw material, and product traceability documentation
Internal, and external audit support
Work Ethic
The role requires a strongly self-motivated individual with a reactive and 'can do' attitude, that has a strong desire to succeed and implements a positive work ethic. A degree of 'thinking outside the box' will be required, as well as a need to show discretion throughout.
Given the nature of the role, the successful individual will have the ability to work across all levels within the business, including company directors, external customers, and audit bodies.
Qualifications & Experience
Previous quality experience in a food production environment would be preferred, but not essential
Food production experience in a factory environment, preferably meat
Full training will be given to the right individual
Hours of Work:
Usually Monday to Friday 08:00 to 16:30
Bank Holidays are a normal working day, on a rota basis, due to the nature of the business.
A day in lieu will be given for working bank holidays.
THE CONSULTANCY:
Edwards & Pearce acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Edwards & Pearce is an Equal Opportunities Employer.