Quality Technologist

A major food manufacturer near the Bromsgrove area is looking for a Quality Technologist to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity with a company who supply to some of the biggest clients in the industry, whether it be a variety of seafood, sauces, condiments and much moreThe ideal candidate will be a hard:working and adaptable Technologist with a strong technical background within a fast:paced manufacturing environment, preferably food related. Operating in a busy and high:speed environment and reporting into the Quality Assurance Manager, you will have strong internal auditing skills and a solid quality toolkit to implementRole: Quality TechnologistLocation:Commutable from Birmingham, Evesham, Bromsgrove, Leamington Spa etcSalary: GBP 14.11 per hourShift: 06:00 : 14:30The key responsibilities of the Quality Technologist role will be:: Conduct internal audits across key areas, including GMP, CCPs, labeling, date coding, traceability, hygiene, fabrication, product quality, documentation, and production processes.: Ensure audits are fully documented and results are communicated effectively, including root cause analysis and follow:ups to prevent recurring issues.: Investigate food safety, quality, or legal concerns, gathering full traceability data and reporting findings to management.: Ensure compliance with third:party audit requirements and customer codes of practice by following QA procedures and systems.: Oversee quality control systems, including Olympus Auto verification, metal detectors, and check weighers, ensuring proper setup before production and offering operational support as needed.: Act as the primary contact for operational departments requiring food safety, legality, and quality advice in day:to:day factory operations.: Conduct thorough investigations for out:of:specification results, customer complaints, and foreign body incidents (e.g., metal or glass contamination). Perform root cause analyses to implement corrective actions and prevent future occurrences.: Manage non:conformance procedures, including issuing and overseeing documented non:conformances, concessions, hold notifications, and quarantined goods to ensure product and process control.: Perform routine and new process validations in line with HACCP requirements and attend product/process trials to facilitate smooth launches.: Support the complaints reduction plan, collaborating with operations to drive product quality improvements.: Be a key member of the audit traceability team, ensuring effective cross:department communication and seamless shift handovers.: Provide mentorship and support to QA Technicians, helping to uphold high:quality standards across the businessThe Key Requirements Of The Quality Technologist Will Be: Minimum two years of experience in a food industry production, QA, or technical role.: Fluent in English with strong communication skills.: Food Safety qualification (Level 2 or higher).: Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).: Experience as an internal auditor within a food production environmentPlease apply online or contact for a confidential conversationExecutive Network Group, encompassing Technical Network, Network HR, HSE Network and Procurement People, sourcing mid to senior level management for automotive, aerospace, engineering and manufacturing industrial sectors, with a portfolio of services including executive search,advertising, MRO for permanent and interim contract recruitment services