QC Technician - Food

Job Title: QC Technician - Food

Location: Tipton

Salary:£13.66 per hour / £30,188 per year

Industry: FMCG – Food Manufacturing

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Shift: Twilight Shift, Monday to Thursday 3pm to 1am, Friday 2pm to 9pm

QC Technician Benefits:

• Competitive salary package
• Company pension scheme
• Free onsite parking
• Training and development opportunities
• Genuine path for progression
• Supportive and collaborative working environment

Key QC Technician Responsibilities:

• Ensure all Critical Control Points (CCPs) are monitored and compliant
• Carry out quality control checks on production lines to ensure products meet specification standards
• Support compliance with procedures where applicable
• Ensure all manufactured products are safe, legal and meet required quality standards
• Assist with preparation for customer, retailer and third-party audits
• Conduct GMP, Glass & Plastic, and Internal Audits across the site
• Manage non-conformances and support corrective action implementation
• Monitor product rotation and date coding procedures across all departments
• Collect microbiological and environmental samples for testing and analysis
• Verify compliance with QA systems including HACCP, GMP, allergen control, traceability and packaging standards
• Create and manage pallet labels and case labels accurately
• Maintain accurate quality records and documentation

Required QC Technician Experience: 

Essential Experience:

• Previous experience within a Quality or Technical role in Food Manufacturing
• Good understanding of HACCP, GMP and food safety standards
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to complete paperwork and maintain accurate records
• Good communication skills with a clear understanding of English
• Ability to work effectively both independently and within a team
• Positive and proactive attitude towards food safety and quality standards

Desirable Qualifications & Experience:

• Food Safety or HACCP qualification
• Knowledge of retailer standards and third-party audits
• Experience with compliance standards