At a Glance
- Tasks: Conduct QA checks and audits to ensure food safety and compliance.
- Company: Leading food manufacturer in Plymouth with a supportive team.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, immediate start, and valuable experience.
- Other info: Long-term contract until February 2027 with excellent career growth.
- Why this job: Join a fast-paced environment and make a real impact on food quality.
- Qualifications: Experience in food 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
- 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
We think you need these skills to ace QA Technician
Quality Assurance
GMP Audits
HACCP
Allergen Controls
Attention to Detail
Record-Keeping Skills
Non-Conformance Management
