This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in Quality Assurance, microbiology, food safety or laboratory-based testing; however, we are also happy to consider a graduate with a relevant science-based degree and a genuine interest in building a career within food manufacturing quality.
We’re searching for a Quality Assurance (QA) Technician to join the Quality & Technical team of a global FMCG manufacturer in Harrogate.
Whether you're an experienced QA professional looking for your next step or a science graduate looking to build a career in food manufacturing, this role offers hands-on experience across microbiology, food safety, quality assurance and manufacturing.
Key Benefits:
The Role
Reporting to the Quality Manager, you will carry out a variety of quality assurance tasks across the site, supporting the day-to-day running of the micro lab facility and helping to maintain the company’s Food Safety and Quality Systems. You will work closely with colleagues across Quality, Production and Operations, ensuring high standards of product quality, hygiene, documentation and compliance are consistently maintained.
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The Candidate
We’re keen to speak with candidates who are naturally organised, detail-focused and comfortable working in a hands-on, production-led environment. You may already have experience in a QA, technical, micro lab or food manufacturing role, or you may be a recent graduate looking for an opportunity to apply your scientific knowledge within a supportive commercial setting. Either way, you will bring a positive attitude, a willingness to learn and a genuine commitment to maintaining high standards.
Our Client
Our client is a quality-led manufacturing business operating within a regulated food safety environment. This opportunity would suit someone who enjoys working across departments, supporting production-focused quality standards and contributing to the ongoing development of robust food safety and quality systems.
