QA Technician

QA 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 requiredAbout 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 developDesirable
Experience using SAP or a similar ERP system
Knowledge of food safety, allergen management and GMP standards
Experience supporting audits and compliance activitiesWhat'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 availableIf 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