Quality Technologist lead in Nantwich

Join a business where culture comes first and quality drives everything. This company has made the decision to protect its culture rather than aggressively expand, maintaining a close-knit environment where people support one another, standards matter, and individuals are genuinely trusted to make an impact.

The Role:

• This is a hands-on, highly visible role within the Quality Department of a successful food manufacturing and blending facility.
• You’ll play a key role supporting blending operations while also providing technical support across packing and warehouse activities.
• The position offers genuine variety, responsibility and involvement in the day-to-day quality performance of the site.
• You’ll be out in the operation, working closely with production teams, maintaining standards, solving problems, improving processes and helping ensure the business continues to deliver high-quality products and service levels.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Supporting quality standards across blending, packing and warehouse operations.
• Implementing and maintaining GMP, HACCP and BRCGS standards.
• Ensuring compliance with QMS procedures and site standards.
• Conducting routine quality checks and production surveillance.
• Product and ingredient sampling and on-site analysis.
• Environmental, microbiological and water sampling.
• Leading internal GMP, hygiene and fabrication audits.
• Supporting customer and 3rd party audits.
• Investigating non-conformances and customer complaints.
• Supporting root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Contributing to food safety risk assessments and HACCP activities.
• Developing SOPs and supporting continuous improvement projects.
• Delivering quality and compliance training across the business.
• Supervising a small team of Quality Technicians and covering shifts in holiday periods.
• Deputising for the Group Quality Manager when required.

Previous experience within a quality role in a food manufacturing environment is essential, along with experience supporting BRCGS and other 3rd party audits. A formal qualification in Food Technology, Quality or Hygiene (HND level or equivalent) is also required.

The Offer:

• Competitive salary of up to £38,000 depending on experience.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities to support long-term progression.
• A genuinely supportive team environment within a business known for its strong reputation and people-first culture.
• Regular social events and team activities that reinforce the company’s close-knit, family feel.
• Opportunities to get involved in volunteer and charity initiatives actively supported by the business.
• Free medical support available after 6 months of employment.
• Free eye tests after 6 months of employment.
• Contributory company pension scheme with 4% employee / 5% employer contribution.
• Non-contractual rewards scheme where top performers have achieved bonuses of up to £1,200.
• 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays, alongside an early finish every Friday.

Working Hours: Monday – Thursday: 8:00am – 5:00pm / Friday: 8:00am – 1:00pm + Shift covers for holidays.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out:

Alongside the technical challenge and career progression opportunities, what really makes this business different is its culture. The company has built a loyal, long-standing workforce by creating an environment where people feel respected, supported and involved. You’ll be trusted to manage your workload, contribute ideas and become an important part of the wider team.