Job Description
Job Title: QA Technician
Location: North London
Salary: £28,000
Key Duties and Responsibilities
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Carry out daily pre-production checks to confirm equipment and processes meet required standards prior to start-up
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Complete routine glass and brittle plastic inspections, reporting and escalating any issues identified
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Verify cleaning effectiveness through ATP testing, allergen swabbing, and environmental monitoring in line with site programmes
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Perform critical control point (CCP) verification during production and escalate deviations where necessary
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Check product labels daily to ensure accuracy and compliance with specifications
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Conduct routine manual temperature monitoring across production and storage areas
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Complete daily calibration of temperature probes and conduct airflow checks
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Collect production samples for microbiological, chemical, and allergen analysis in accordance with the sampling plan
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Support new product development by collecting samples for trials and initial production runs
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Carry out chemical concentration testing for cleaning and sanitising agents
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Perform scheduled calibration of weighing and measuring equipment, ensuring records are completed accurately
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Maintain accurate and timely completion of all quality records, logs, and reports
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Identify, report, and support investigation of non-conformances, contributing to corrective actions
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Uphold high standards of housekeeping and good manufacturing practice across quality and production areas
Skills and Experience
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Previous experience in a quality or technical role within a manufacturing environment is advantageous
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Sound knowledge of food safety systems, including HACCP, CCPs, and GMP
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Experience with environmental monitoring, sampling, and swabbing techniques
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Strong attention to detail with the ability to follow procedures precisely
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Capable of working independently while also contributing effectively within a team
No Visa Sponsorship available. If interested please reach out to jack.thomson@drnewitt.com or call 0131 226 5060
