Full job descriptionQA Technician
Chelmsford, Essex
Monday to Friday | 3:00pm - 12:00am

Are you looking to build your career within Quality Assurance in a fast-paced manufacturing environment?

We’re partnering with a successful and growing manufacturer seeking a QA Technician to join their Quality team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous manufacturing or quality experience who enjoys working in a hands-on environment and takes pride in maintaining high standards.
You’ll play a key role in ensuring products meet quality, safety and compliance requirements, supporting production teams and helping maintain robust quality systems across the site.

The Role
As a QA Technician, you’ll support the technical and quality functions of the business through a range of quality checks, audits and compliance activities. Working closely with Production, Hygiene and Technical teams, you’ll help ensure products are manufactured safely and to the required standards.
Key Responsibilities*Complete daily quality and documentation checks
*Carry out GMP, hygiene and housekeeping audits across the site
*Perform equipment verification, including metal detectors, scales and checkweighers
*Monitor and record temperature checks and other critical control measures
*Conduct allergen and hygiene swabbing activities
*Support product release processes and compliance checks
*Collect production samples and maintain accurate records
*Assist with investigations, technical queries and corrective actions
*Support internal, customer and supplier audits
*Help prepare for external inspections and compliance reviews
*Provide cover and support for the wider Quality team when required
About You
We’re looking for someone who is organised, proactive and comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Essential Requirements*Previous experience within a production / manufacturing environment, ideally in a Quality, QA, QC role
*Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to work
*Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively with different teams
*Competent user of Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word and Outlook
*Positive attitude with a willingness to learn and develop
Desirable*Experience using SAP or a similar ERP system
*Knowledge of food safety, allergen management and GMP standards
*Experience supporting audits and compliance activities
What’s on Offer?*Opportunity with long-term career prospects
*Consistent Monday to Friday working pattern
*Supportive team environment
*Opportunity to gain further experience within Quality and Technical functions
*Immediate start available
If you’re looking for your next opportunity within Quality Assurance and want to join a business where you can develop your skills and make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you.