Quality Assurance Technician
GCB Cocoa UK Ltd, Newman's Green, Suffolk
Quality Assurance Technician
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GCB Cocoa UK Ltd, Newman's Green, Suffolk
- Full time
- Permanent
- Onsite working
Posted today, 16 Oct | Get your application in now to be one of the first to apply.
Closing date: Closing date not specified
job Ref: 01b8ef87800d40b9938e86fdd2b5c011
Full Job Description
- Work as part of a close-knit team in the Quality Assurance laboratory to screen all incoming raw materials and finished products manufactured on site.
- Ensure legislative food safety requirements and specific customer practices are adhered to.
- Continuously manage HACCP and alignment to BRC and customer requirements.
- Undertake internal audits relating to GMP and finished product requirements.
- Maintain traceability, hygiene, quality, and process records with validation of results, identification of trends, root cause analysis where applicable and instigation of corrective actions.
- Work closely with third party certification bodies for sustainability, religious and ethical obligations.
- Carry out sampling and investigations for microbiological, allergen, nutritional or customer requirements.
- Work with essential service providers such as, pest control, hygiene, and workwear providers.
- Assist with new product/process trials.
- Communicate effectively verbally and in writing with colleagues across all Departments and levels of the business. Working Pattern:
- The team is currently working 2 Shifts "Double Days" as production ramps up (14.00 - 22.00; 06.00 - 14.00; Monday - Friday, rotating weekly)
- This role is due to move to 3 shifts by the end of this year (14.00 - 22.00; 06.00 - 14.00; 22.00 - 06.00; Monday - Friday, rotating weekly)
We are a new Chocolate manufacturing site based on the Essex/Suffolk border seeking enthusiastic and reliable QA Technicians to join our recently established QA Lab as part of the ongoing growth of our business. What we are looking for: As a Quality Assurance Technician, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the highest level of product quality and compliance with industry standards. Your attention to detail, analytical skills, and knowledge of quality assurance practices will contribute to the overall success of our organization. Join our team today! Essential skills and experiences: - Proficient in HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points) principles and practices
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and identify trends or patterns
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in conducting inspections and audits
- Knowledge of quality assurance methodologies, tools, and techniques
- Effective communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams and communicate findings and recommendations
Base Salary of £21,500 + Shift Allowance of £150 per month (2 shift), rising to £200 per month for 3 shift. - Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme: 5% Employee pension contributions are matched by 5% Employer pension contribution.
- 20 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 22 days after 2 years' service, and 25 days after 5 years' service.
- Free on-site parking and hot drinks Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: From £26,900.00 per year Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Referral programme Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday