At a Glance
- Tasks: Conduct QA checks and audits to ensure food safety and quality standards.
- Company: Leading food manufacturer in Plymouth with a supportive technical team.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, immediate start, and valuable experience in the food industry.
- Other info: Long-term contract until February 2027 with opportunities for growth.
- Why this job: Join a fast-paced environment and make a real impact on food quality and safety.
- Qualifications: Experience in food manufacturing quality assurance and knowledge of HACCP and GMP.
The predicted salary is between 13.17 - 13.17 £ per hour.
We are currently recruiting for a Temporary QA Technician / QA Auditor to support the Technical team at a leading food manufacturing site in Plymouth. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced quality professional to take on a hands-on role within a fast-paced factory environment. The position is predominantly factory-floor based, where you will play a key role in maintaining quality, safety, and compliance standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct routine QA checks across the production process
- Carry out GMP audits and pre-start checks
- Perform label and CCP/quality checks
- Support product traceability processes
- Complete hygiene verification activities
- Raise and manage non-conformance reports
- Provide general support to the Technical team to ensure compliance
About You
To be successful, you will bring:
- Previous experience in food manufacturing quality assurance
- Strong knowledge of HACCP, GMP, and allergen controls
- Experience working in chilled food, cooked meat, poultry, high-care or high-risk environments (desirable)
- Confidence to challenge non-compliance and drive standards on the factory floor
- Excellent attention to detail with accurate record-keeping skills
- Reliability and a clear plan for commuting to the Plymouth site
What's on Offer
- Immediate start with a long-term temporary assignment (until February 2027)
- Opportunity to work with an established food manufacturer
- Competitive pay rates depending on experience
- Valuable experience within a supportive technical team
If this sounds like you, or someone you know, contact Victoria Rapson on 07897 644 338 or email to find out more or apply today!
We think you need these skills to ace QA Technician in Plymouth
Quality Assurance
GMP Audits
HACCP
Allergen Controls
Attention to Detail
Record-Keeping Skills
Non-Conformance Management
