Job Description
Full-time Suffolk 17 per hour / 40 hours per week
12 month contract
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced QC Technician to join a busy and fast-paced food manufacturing environment. This is a key role focused on ensuring product quality through analytical testing of raw materials and finished goods, with a strong emphasis on microbiology.
What youll be doing:
- Carrying out analytical testing in line with agreed work plans and schedules
- Producing accurate, valid results and reporting them in a timely manner
- Flagging any out-of-spec results or non-conformance immediately
- Maintaining competency across all defined lab operations
- Following SOPs and world-class operational practices
- Acting as signatory for your own results and preparations
- Supporting documentation and certificate release processes when required
- Providing weekend cover on a rota basis
What were looking for:
- Background in microbiology is essential
- Level 2 Food Safety qualification
- Trained on BRC standards
- Minimum 2 years experience in food manufacturing or food services
- Strong problem-solving skills and microbiological expertise
- Confident using Microsoft Office and general computer systems
You'll thrive in this role if you:
- Communicate effectively and can influence others
- Stay calm under pressure and juggle multiple priorities
- Are proactive, results-driven, and work well independently
- Embrace change and bring a flexible, resilient mindset
- Understand and uphold health and safety standards
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to make an impact in a quality-focused lab environment.
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