Proactive Personnel are recruiting on behalf of a well-established food manufacturing business for a QA Technician to join their Quality team. 12 hour Days and Nights 06:00 - 18:00 / 18:00 - 06:00 The Role As a QA Technician, you will play a key role in maintaining and continuously improving product safety, legality, and quality across the site click apply for full job details
Feb 24, 2026
Full time
Proactive Personnel are recruiting on behalf of a well-established food manufacturing business for a QA Technician to join their Quality team. 12 hour Days and Nights 06:00 - 18:00 / 18:00 - 06:00 The Role As a QA Technician, you will play a key role in maintaining and continuously improving product safety, legality, and quality across the site click apply for full job details
QA / Food Quality Assurance Technician - Wareham (Dorset) Salary £28-30K Monday to Friday My client an award-winning artisan chocolate company, is looking to fill a newly created role Food Quality Assurance Technician / QA to join their Dorset-based team. Reporting into the Technical manager you will help ensure their products, chocolates, brownies and gelato meet high food safety and quality standards, supporting audits, HACCP, inspections, testing, traceability and continuous improvement across production. Key requirements: Minimum 2 years' experience in food quality / QA Strong knowledge of HACCP and food safety standards Good communication, problem-solving and record-keeping skills Auditing skills Proficient in Microsoft Office Details: Full-time Monday-Friday with weekend availability Salary: £28,000-£30,000 This role is commutable from Wareham, Poole, Bournemouth, Corfe and will suit a candidate that may have previously worked as a QA, Quality Auditor, Quality Assurance, Food safety, Technical Assistant
Feb 20, 2026
Full time
QA / Food Quality Assurance Technician - Wareham (Dorset) Salary £28-30K Monday to Friday My client an award-winning artisan chocolate company, is looking to fill a newly created role Food Quality Assurance Technician / QA to join their Dorset-based team. Reporting into the Technical manager you will help ensure their products, chocolates, brownies and gelato meet high food safety and quality standards, supporting audits, HACCP, inspections, testing, traceability and continuous improvement across production. Key requirements: Minimum 2 years' experience in food quality / QA Strong knowledge of HACCP and food safety standards Good communication, problem-solving and record-keeping skills Auditing skills Proficient in Microsoft Office Details: Full-time Monday-Friday with weekend availability Salary: £28,000-£30,000 This role is commutable from Wareham, Poole, Bournemouth, Corfe and will suit a candidate that may have previously worked as a QA, Quality Auditor, Quality Assurance, Food safety, Technical Assistant
The Rewards and Benefits on Offer: Competitive Salary Company Pension Life Insurance Employee Benefits Platform Employee Assistance Programme & 24/7 GP Access MTrec's new Opportunity: MTrec Recruitment are proudly representing our industry leading and state of the art manufacturing client, in their search for a talented Deputy Quality Assurance Manager. If you meet the job description below, apply now for an immediate response! The job you will do: Supporting the management and coordination of the Food Safety & Quality Management System (FSQMS). Coordinating and supporting internal audits and assisting with external audits (including BRCGS and Halal). Supporting the management and review of HACCP plans, including planning, and attending HACCP meetings. Assisting with the investigation of internal incidents, non-conformances, and customer complaints. Supporting microbiological and chemical testing, environmental swabbing, product sampling, and results review. Supporting traceability, recall, and mass balance exercises. Providing day-to-day support, coaching and development to QA Coordinators and QA technicians. Working collaboratively with QC, Hygiene and Operations teams. Supporting scrape-down and clean-down activities and their planning activities. Assisting in the management of the Pest Control System and Waste Management. Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives across food safety, quality, and compliance. About you: Level 3 HACCP Qualification (minimum). Level 3 Food Safety in Manufacturing. Internal Auditor Training (BRCGS or equivalent). Experience supporting BRCGS audits, investigations, and corrective actions. Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities. Experience supervising others, with strong people skills and a supportive, coaching approach. An initiative-taking, solutions-focused mindset with great diligence.
Feb 07, 2026
Full time
The Rewards and Benefits on Offer: Competitive Salary Company Pension Life Insurance Employee Benefits Platform Employee Assistance Programme & 24/7 GP Access MTrec's new Opportunity: MTrec Recruitment are proudly representing our industry leading and state of the art manufacturing client, in their search for a talented Deputy Quality Assurance Manager. If you meet the job description below, apply now for an immediate response! The job you will do: Supporting the management and coordination of the Food Safety & Quality Management System (FSQMS). Coordinating and supporting internal audits and assisting with external audits (including BRCGS and Halal). Supporting the management and review of HACCP plans, including planning, and attending HACCP meetings. Assisting with the investigation of internal incidents, non-conformances, and customer complaints. Supporting microbiological and chemical testing, environmental swabbing, product sampling, and results review. Supporting traceability, recall, and mass balance exercises. Providing day-to-day support, coaching and development to QA Coordinators and QA technicians. Working collaboratively with QC, Hygiene and Operations teams. Supporting scrape-down and clean-down activities and their planning activities. Assisting in the management of the Pest Control System and Waste Management. Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives across food safety, quality, and compliance. About you: Level 3 HACCP Qualification (minimum). Level 3 Food Safety in Manufacturing. Internal Auditor Training (BRCGS or equivalent). Experience supporting BRCGS audits, investigations, and corrective actions. Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities. Experience supervising others, with strong people skills and a supportive, coaching approach. An initiative-taking, solutions-focused mindset with great diligence.
A leading food manufacturer in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking a Quality Assurance Manager to oversee food safety and quality standards. The ideal candidate will manage a team of Quality Assurance Technicians and be responsible for ensuring compliance with food safety regulations while fostering strong technical relationships. This role offers complete flexibility along with a competitive salary and benefits, including a management bonus scheme and contributions towards a pension. It is a full-time position with potential for career growth.
Feb 06, 2026
Full time
A leading food manufacturer in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking a Quality Assurance Manager to oversee food safety and quality standards. The ideal candidate will manage a team of Quality Assurance Technicians and be responsible for ensuring compliance with food safety regulations while fostering strong technical relationships. This role offers complete flexibility along with a competitive salary and benefits, including a management bonus scheme and contributions towards a pension. It is a full-time position with potential for career growth.
We have a fantastic opportunity to join the Technical team at Greggs as a Quality Assurance Manager. Reporting to the Technical Manager you will be have direct responsibility for food safety and quality standards. You will be part of an effective QA team that is heavily involved with day-to-day factory floor operations for low risk manufacturing, ensuring high standards are maintained and current site systems are challenged and developed. You will be expected to build strong relationships across the site and work closely with technical teams within the region. We can offer you: Management Bonus Scheme which is worth up to 10% of your salary Pension scheme with employer contributions up to 7% Colleague discount, up to 50% off our own-produced products Profit share - We want everyone to share in the success of the business, so we distribute 10% of our profits to all our colleagues who have at least 6-month service, or more, each year 25 days (5 weeks) annual leave, pro-rated, increasing with service (in addition to bank holidays), plus 1 additional floating day The opportunity to purchase additional annual leave twice a year Colleague share plans, giving you the opportunity to save and invest in Greggs, with the chance to buy Greggs shares at a discounted rate Private Medical Insurance which is free for you and subsided for your dependants Income Protection should you become unable to work due to long-term sickness Death in service benefit which provides a lump-sum payment equal to 4 times your year's salary Virtual GP, Physiotherapy and Lifestyle Consultations - we provide access to a fantastic total wellbeing app for you and your family Employee Assistance Programme - we provide all colleagues with access to an EAP helpline providing mental health support as well as financial and legal support Savings and discounts, including digital gift card discounts, online cashback, in-store and online coupons and lifestyle offers Career progression and learning and development opportunities A company who cares about our communities; the environment and being a better business! Click here to read about The Greggs Pledge Colleague Networks - internal groups where colleagues and their allies can share their own experiences, offer feedback on the way we do things at Greggs, and provide support to one another About the role This is a full-time role, however flexibility in this will be considered We know that having a work-life balance is important, so we offer our colleagues as much flexibility as possible in line with the needs of their role The base location for role isGreggs Balliol Park, Newcastle upon Tyne What you'll do Working closely with the site teams, the role is responsible for: Directing a team of Quality Assurance Technicians Working with production, engineering, and hygiene teams to ensure the highest standards of food safety, quality and legality are maintained Steering the annual site BRCGS audit and ensuring the site works to the requirements of the BRCGS Food standard, always Leading the HACCP team, ensuring full implementation of the HACCP plan and prerequisites Managing the sites allergen management and risk assessment process Facilitating product recalls and withdrawals Managing the sites document control systems Providing management reports on levels of performance for KPI data Assisting with the completion of internal audits and inspections Managing non-conformances and corrective & preventative actions About you We are looking for individuals who aredriven, and can demonstrate: ADegree level education in a Food Science based subject Experience of allergen management essential> HACCP Level 3 and Food Safety Level 4 qualifications The role will involve occasional travel to other sites; therefore, flexibility and a full clean driving licence is essential Practical knowledge of the BRCGS Food Standard and Quality Management Systems Internal audit qualification and experience auditing against the BRCGS food standard Proven experience of leadership, decision making and team management A result focussed approach with excellent communication skills and the ability to influence others Enjoy being part of a hard-working team, sharing the same end goal, and celebrating results together Are supportive of an inclusive culture - recognising and valuing that difference is good Want to develop and are ready to work alongside some great people and have lots of fun on your Greggs journey! About Greggs Here at Greggs, we love what we do, and we have fun! What makes Greggs so special is our culture - the way we are, the way we behave and the way we support each other. We're hard-working, but above all else we're family; and it doesn't matter who you are, where you're from or what your favourite bake is, we'd love you to join us! We want everyone to feel welcome at Greggs and our colleagues to be able to be themselves at work, whatever their background, preferences, or views. Salary Circa £42,000 per annum, depending on experience Frequency Annual Job Reference greggs/TP 54024 Contract Type Permanent Contract Details Monday to Friday, however some flexibility may be required depending on business needs Contract Hours Full time Closing Date 22 February, 2026 Job Category Head Office Business Unit Corporate Location Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
Feb 06, 2026
Full time
We have a fantastic opportunity to join the Technical team at Greggs as a Quality Assurance Manager. Reporting to the Technical Manager you will be have direct responsibility for food safety and quality standards. You will be part of an effective QA team that is heavily involved with day-to-day factory floor operations for low risk manufacturing, ensuring high standards are maintained and current site systems are challenged and developed. You will be expected to build strong relationships across the site and work closely with technical teams within the region. We can offer you: Management Bonus Scheme which is worth up to 10% of your salary Pension scheme with employer contributions up to 7% Colleague discount, up to 50% off our own-produced products Profit share - We want everyone to share in the success of the business, so we distribute 10% of our profits to all our colleagues who have at least 6-month service, or more, each year 25 days (5 weeks) annual leave, pro-rated, increasing with service (in addition to bank holidays), plus 1 additional floating day The opportunity to purchase additional annual leave twice a year Colleague share plans, giving you the opportunity to save and invest in Greggs, with the chance to buy Greggs shares at a discounted rate Private Medical Insurance which is free for you and subsided for your dependants Income Protection should you become unable to work due to long-term sickness Death in service benefit which provides a lump-sum payment equal to 4 times your year's salary Virtual GP, Physiotherapy and Lifestyle Consultations - we provide access to a fantastic total wellbeing app for you and your family Employee Assistance Programme - we provide all colleagues with access to an EAP helpline providing mental health support as well as financial and legal support Savings and discounts, including digital gift card discounts, online cashback, in-store and online coupons and lifestyle offers Career progression and learning and development opportunities A company who cares about our communities; the environment and being a better business! Click here to read about The Greggs Pledge Colleague Networks - internal groups where colleagues and their allies can share their own experiences, offer feedback on the way we do things at Greggs, and provide support to one another About the role This is a full-time role, however flexibility in this will be considered We know that having a work-life balance is important, so we offer our colleagues as much flexibility as possible in line with the needs of their role The base location for role isGreggs Balliol Park, Newcastle upon Tyne What you'll do Working closely with the site teams, the role is responsible for: Directing a team of Quality Assurance Technicians Working with production, engineering, and hygiene teams to ensure the highest standards of food safety, quality and legality are maintained Steering the annual site BRCGS audit and ensuring the site works to the requirements of the BRCGS Food standard, always Leading the HACCP team, ensuring full implementation of the HACCP plan and prerequisites Managing the sites allergen management and risk assessment process Facilitating product recalls and withdrawals Managing the sites document control systems Providing management reports on levels of performance for KPI data Assisting with the completion of internal audits and inspections Managing non-conformances and corrective & preventative actions About you We are looking for individuals who aredriven, and can demonstrate: ADegree level education in a Food Science based subject Experience of allergen management essential> HACCP Level 3 and Food Safety Level 4 qualifications The role will involve occasional travel to other sites; therefore, flexibility and a full clean driving licence is essential Practical knowledge of the BRCGS Food Standard and Quality Management Systems Internal audit qualification and experience auditing against the BRCGS food standard Proven experience of leadership, decision making and team management A result focussed approach with excellent communication skills and the ability to influence others Enjoy being part of a hard-working team, sharing the same end goal, and celebrating results together Are supportive of an inclusive culture - recognising and valuing that difference is good Want to develop and are ready to work alongside some great people and have lots of fun on your Greggs journey! About Greggs Here at Greggs, we love what we do, and we have fun! What makes Greggs so special is our culture - the way we are, the way we behave and the way we support each other. We're hard-working, but above all else we're family; and it doesn't matter who you are, where you're from or what your favourite bake is, we'd love you to join us! We want everyone to feel welcome at Greggs and our colleagues to be able to be themselves at work, whatever their background, preferences, or views. Salary Circa £42,000 per annum, depending on experience Frequency Annual Job Reference greggs/TP 54024 Contract Type Permanent Contract Details Monday to Friday, however some flexibility may be required depending on business needs Contract Hours Full time Closing Date 22 February, 2026 Job Category Head Office Business Unit Corporate Location Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
QA Technician Location: Middleton Pay Rate £15.77 per hour Temporary ongoing contract 4on/ 4off rota QA Technician Job Purpose To support day-to-day quality assurance activities on site, ensuring products meet quality, safety and compliance standards (including BRC), while supporting production and continuous improvement. QA Technician Key Responsibilities Carry out routine QA checks across production areas (blending, filling, packaging). Monitor product quality and identify non-conformances. Support investigations into quality issues, complaints and incidents. Collect and record quality data and help produce basic reports. Carry out QC testing in line with quality procedures. Support audits (internal, supplier, customer) when required. Work closely with production teams to resolve quality issues quickly. Ensure quality procedures and standards are followed on site. Support continuous improvement and waste reduction activities. Follow all health, safety and environmental procedures. QA Technician Skills & Experience Required Previous experience inQA / QCwithin FMCG or manufacturing Understanding of quality systems (BRC, ISO or similar). Experience working in a production or factory environment. Good attention to detail and problem-solving skills. Comfortable working with data, checks and basic reporting. Confident communicating with production and technical teams. Basic IT skills (Excel, Word, email). Desirable Experience with packaging materials or liquid products. Internal auditing experience. Quality or technical qualification (or working towards). Key Words QA Technician, Quality Assurance Technician, QA Operative, Quality Technician, QA Inspector, Quality Inspector, QC Technician, Quality Control Technician, QA Analyst (manufacturing), Quality Analyst, QA Operative (FMCG), Quality Operative, Production QA Technician, Factory QA Technician, Food QA Technician, FMCG QA Technician Winsearch acts as an employment agency for permanent staff. We recruit for roles based in Engineering & Manufacturing, Food & Drinks, Pharmaceutical, Supply Chain & Procurement and Professional Services. View our latest jobs today on our website (url removed) and follow us on LinkedIn. IndWin Our clients and their customers come from diverse backgrounds and so do we. We hire our people from various walks of life, each of whom make our company stronger with their talent, uniqueness, and expertise. This is what makes our company special; if you want to help us grow and take this ethos to our clients, then we cannot wait to collaborate with you! The UK has now left the European Union. Any EU, EEA or Swiss citizens living in the UK that wish to remain in the UK post Brexit need to apply to the EU Settlement Scheme. Although the closing date for applications was 30th Jun 2021, if you have not yet applied but believe that you would qualify under the EU Settlement Scheme, the Home Office have confirmed that they will consider late applications. For further information please see (url removed)> Many Thanks
Feb 03, 2026
Seasonal
QA Technician Location: Middleton Pay Rate £15.77 per hour Temporary ongoing contract 4on/ 4off rota QA Technician Job Purpose To support day-to-day quality assurance activities on site, ensuring products meet quality, safety and compliance standards (including BRC), while supporting production and continuous improvement. QA Technician Key Responsibilities Carry out routine QA checks across production areas (blending, filling, packaging). Monitor product quality and identify non-conformances. Support investigations into quality issues, complaints and incidents. Collect and record quality data and help produce basic reports. Carry out QC testing in line with quality procedures. Support audits (internal, supplier, customer) when required. Work closely with production teams to resolve quality issues quickly. Ensure quality procedures and standards are followed on site. Support continuous improvement and waste reduction activities. Follow all health, safety and environmental procedures. QA Technician Skills & Experience Required Previous experience inQA / QCwithin FMCG or manufacturing Understanding of quality systems (BRC, ISO or similar). Experience working in a production or factory environment. Good attention to detail and problem-solving skills. Comfortable working with data, checks and basic reporting. Confident communicating with production and technical teams. Basic IT skills (Excel, Word, email). Desirable Experience with packaging materials or liquid products. Internal auditing experience. Quality or technical qualification (or working towards). Key Words QA Technician, Quality Assurance Technician, QA Operative, Quality Technician, QA Inspector, Quality Inspector, QC Technician, Quality Control Technician, QA Analyst (manufacturing), Quality Analyst, QA Operative (FMCG), Quality Operative, Production QA Technician, Factory QA Technician, Food QA Technician, FMCG QA Technician Winsearch acts as an employment agency for permanent staff. We recruit for roles based in Engineering & Manufacturing, Food & Drinks, Pharmaceutical, Supply Chain & Procurement and Professional Services. View our latest jobs today on our website (url removed) and follow us on LinkedIn. IndWin Our clients and their customers come from diverse backgrounds and so do we. We hire our people from various walks of life, each of whom make our company stronger with their talent, uniqueness, and expertise. This is what makes our company special; if you want to help us grow and take this ethos to our clients, then we cannot wait to collaborate with you! The UK has now left the European Union. Any EU, EEA or Swiss citizens living in the UK that wish to remain in the UK post Brexit need to apply to the EU Settlement Scheme. Although the closing date for applications was 30th Jun 2021, if you have not yet applied but believe that you would qualify under the EU Settlement Scheme, the Home Office have confirmed that they will consider late applications. For further information please see (url removed)> Many Thanks
Quality Assurance / Quality Control (QA/QC) Technician Slough Food Production £15 per hour We are recruiting a hands-on Quality Assurance / Quality Control professional to join a well-established, independent food manufacturer based in Slough . This is a great opportunity for someone with QA or QC experience who enjoys being involved in production, maintaining high standards, and ensuring food safety and quality. Available Shifts 06 30 22 30 Key Responsibilities Maintain and monitor quality and food safety standards across production Carry out routine quality, hygiene, and GMP audits Inspect raw materials and finished products to ensure compliance Investigate quality issues and customer complaints, implementing effective corrective actions Complete and maintain accurate quality documentation and audit records Support external audits and customer inspections Perform daily, weekly, and monthly production audits Conduct hygiene checks including sieve integrity, magnet checks, and factory inspections Identify opportunities for process improvement and risk reduction Support risk assessments and document control systems What We re Looking For Previous experience in QA or QC , ideally within food manufacturing Good knowledge of food safety standards, GMP, and quality systems Confident working on the factory floor and liaising with production teams Comfortable using Microsoft Office and QA systems Relevant qualifications or certifications are beneficial but not essential Why Apply? £15 per hour Join a stable and respected food manufacturing business Clear, hands-on role with real responsibility and impact Supportive team environment with opportunities to develop and progress
Jan 30, 2026
Seasonal
Quality Assurance / Quality Control (QA/QC) Technician Slough Food Production £15 per hour We are recruiting a hands-on Quality Assurance / Quality Control professional to join a well-established, independent food manufacturer based in Slough . This is a great opportunity for someone with QA or QC experience who enjoys being involved in production, maintaining high standards, and ensuring food safety and quality. Available Shifts 06 30 22 30 Key Responsibilities Maintain and monitor quality and food safety standards across production Carry out routine quality, hygiene, and GMP audits Inspect raw materials and finished products to ensure compliance Investigate quality issues and customer complaints, implementing effective corrective actions Complete and maintain accurate quality documentation and audit records Support external audits and customer inspections Perform daily, weekly, and monthly production audits Conduct hygiene checks including sieve integrity, magnet checks, and factory inspections Identify opportunities for process improvement and risk reduction Support risk assessments and document control systems What We re Looking For Previous experience in QA or QC , ideally within food manufacturing Good knowledge of food safety standards, GMP, and quality systems Confident working on the factory floor and liaising with production teams Comfortable using Microsoft Office and QA systems Relevant qualifications or certifications are beneficial but not essential Why Apply? £15 per hour Join a stable and respected food manufacturing business Clear, hands-on role with real responsibility and impact Supportive team environment with opportunities to develop and progress
Quality Assurance / Quality Control (QA/QC) Technician Slough Food Production £15 per hour We are recruiting a hands-on Quality Assurance / Quality Control professional to join a well-established, independent food manufacturer based in Slough click apply for full job details
Jan 29, 2026
Seasonal
Quality Assurance / Quality Control (QA/QC) Technician Slough Food Production £15 per hour We are recruiting a hands-on Quality Assurance / Quality Control professional to join a well-established, independent food manufacturer based in Slough click apply for full job details
