Quality Assurance Technician

HR GO Driving; Uckfield; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Quality Assurance Technician to join a team in the packaging industry in Uckfield. You will ensure products meet internal and external quality standards, conduct inspections, and maintain records. Ideal candidates should have previous QA experience, a good understanding of quality standards, and strong attention to detail. The role offers a competitive salary and various benefits including annual leave and a pension scheme.

Benefits

24 days' annual leave plus bank holidays

Company pension scheme

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Quality Assurance, Quality Control, or similar technical role.
• Understanding of quality systems and standards (e.g. BRC, RSPO, GMP).
• Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine in-process and final product inspections.
• Maintain accurate inspection records and complete relevant quality documentation.
• Support the implementation of corrective and preventative actions (CAPA).

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Level 3 HACCP

Level 2 Food safety

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Salary: £27,000 with a review after successful completion of 6-month probation period
• Job Type: Full-time, Maternity cover (with potential for full time position at end of maternity cover)
• Working Hours: 8 - 4.30pm (with some flexibility)

HRGO Recruitment are seeking an experience Quality Assurance Technician to join our client's team in the packaging industry.

As a Quality Assurance Technician, you will play a key role in ensuring products meet internal and external quality standards. You will be responsible for carrying out inspections, maintaining records, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the site.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine in-process and final product inspections
• Conduct visual and documented checks throughout production on raw materials
• Maintain accurate inspection records and complete relevant quality documentation
• Report any non-conformances and assist with investigations and root cause analysis
• Support the implementation of corrective and preventative actions (CAPA)
• Collaborate with production to promote quality awareness
• Ensure compliance with BRCGS packaging, RSPO and any relevant industry or regulatory standards
• Participate in internal audits and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
• Investigate and support the response to customer complaints
• Creating and maintaining internal documentation crucial to the running of products within manufacturing
• Carry out hygiene and glass and brittle inspections

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Quality Assurance, Quality Control, or similar technical role
• Understanding of quality systems and standards (e.g. BRC, RSPO, GMP)
• Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to work
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Friendly, flexible and reliable team member
• Must enjoy working outside of the office in a busy environment
• Level 3 HACCP
• Level 2 Food safety
• BRCGS or equivalent audit experience
• Co Packer or food manufacturer experience
• Eligibility for company partnership and bonus scheme
• 24 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• A supportive team environment with a strong focus on quality and safety