Quality Assurance Technician
* Annual Salary: Competitive (DOE)
* Location: Greater Bristol Area, United Kingdom
* Job Type: Full-time, On-site
4-day week
Reed Food & FMCG are currently recruiting for a QA Technician to join a Food Manufacturing Business in Greater Bristol. This opportunity is full time, permanent and the business work 4 days per week, Monday - Thursday.
Are you interested in a 3-day weekend, every weekend? If so, please see details below and apply asap with your up-to-date CV.
Day-to-day of the role:
* Quality Control: Support production by ensuring all quality checks are understood, implemented, and products meet expected standards.
* Education and Training: Educate and train production staff on quality standards at each point of production.
* Issue Resolution: Oversee and address quality issues, raise awareness, and implement corrective actions.
* Documentation: Create and maintain Quality Attribute Sheets and cleaning instructions.
* Audits and Monitoring: Conduct GMP audits and regular monitoring checks.
* Non-Conformances: Raise non-conformances for materials or processes as needed.
* Allergen Monitoring: Manage allergen monitoring of plant and equipment.
* Hygiene: Develop and maintain hygiene standards and training.
* Traceability: Perform traceability exercises at defined frequencies.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
* Proven experience in Quality Control, Inspection, and Compliance within the food industry.
* Strong knowledge of Food Hygiene principles and GMP/HACCP.
* Exceptional attention to detail and analytical skills.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to work effectively both in a team and independently.
* Previous experience in a similar role in the food industry is highly desirable.