Quality Assurance Technician (Food Manufacturing) in Coventry

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Job DescriptionQuality Assurance Technician (Food Manufacturing)\n

Location: Coventry
Department: Technical
Salary: £29000 per annum
Shift: 4 on 4 off - Night Shift (7pm to 7am, 12-hour shifts)
Pension: Statutory
Holiday: 23 days (inclusive of bank holidays)

\n\nAbout the Role\n

We're seeking a Quality Assurance Technician to join our Technical team in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.

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You'll play a key role in maintaining and monitoring the company's Food Safety and Quality Management Systems, ensuring that all products meet internal, customer, and third-party standards. This role promotes a strong quality culture across all departments and supports continuous improvement through Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).

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  Perform quality inspections according to Quality Assurance and HACCP plans.

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  Monitor and verify product traceability throughout production.

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  Maintain accurate records critical to product quality and safety.

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  Conduct finished product testing within a laboratory environment.

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  Collect microbiological and chemical samples, liaising with external laboratories.

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  Carry out environmental, surface, and hand swab testing.

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  Conduct factory audits (GMP, Hygiene, Fabrication, Glass & Plastics, Internal System).

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  Support the implementation of corrective and preventive actions.

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  Monitor and help reduce risks of foreign body contamination.

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  Manage calibration and verification of equipment.

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  Control laboratory consumable stock levels.

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  Participate in product shelf-life testing and customer complaint investigations.

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  Assist with traceability exercises and mock recalls.

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  Support customer and accreditation audits.

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  Ensure controlled documentation is current and properly implemented.

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\n\nAbout You\n

You'll be detail-focused, organised, and confident working both independently and as part of a team. You should have a proactive approach to maintaining quality and safety standards and the ability to communicate effectively at all levels.

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  Previous experience in Quality Assurance or Quality Control, ideally within food manufacturing.

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  Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

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  Strong attention to detail and organisational ability.

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  Competent in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

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  Basic knowledge of Food Hygiene and Health & Safety.

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  Competent in HACCP and internal auditing.

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  A good standard of written and spoken English.

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  Willingness to learn and continuously develop.

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  Accountability & Execution

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  Customer Focus

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  Teamwork & Collaboration

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  Based primarily on the production floor, with laboratory and administrative tasks.

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  Fast-moving, highly automated environment requiring a proactive approach.

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  Mostly dry and warm areas, with occasional work in cold zones.

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  Adherence to strict hygiene and food safety policies required at all times.

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\n\nWhy Join Us?\n

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  Competitive salary of £29000 per annum

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  4 on 4 off night shift pattern (12-hour shifts)

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  23 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays

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  Statutory pension

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  Opportunities for ongoing learning and career development

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Apply Now
If you're passionate about food quality, safety, and continuous improvement - and you're ready for a challenging and rewarding night shift role - we'd love to hear from you. Please apply now or forard CV or donnabanks@major-recruitment.com or call 02475264248

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