Quality Technician

Requisition ID:58054
Position Type:FT Permanent
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About the role

We have an exciting opportunity for an individual looking to carve out a career within the Food Quality space. We are currently recruiting for an additional Quality Assurance Technician to join the team at our Hartlepool site.

This role would suit someone who is looking to take a step into the industry and build a career within an encouraging and forward-thinking organisation.

No previous experience is necessary, however any previous experience within food safety would be a huge benefit (but not a requirement!).

What you'll be doing

• Carrying out organoleptic testing on production samples, with positive release of products
• Carrying out Internal audits and supporting external audits
• Adhering to the EMP swabbing and water sampling schedule
• Identifying any out of specification micro results and following the correct process of managing the process
• Ensuring compliance with any legislative requirements, Food Safety, Health and Safety.
• Supporting the production department as required
• Daily red pen checks within the production departments, to ensure compliance is achieved
• Ensuring weekly/Monthly KPI’s are achieved as required.
• Daily/Monthly calibration of the lab equipment
• Review CoA certificates, file and update SAP
• Management of retain samples, liaising with external distribution centres for storage or return to site
• Support allergen and species testing in line with the schedule
• Supporting the writing and updating of SOP documents

What you can bring to the role

• Proficient written, numerical and verbal skills
• Fluency of English language
• Numerical ability to record, interpret and analyse key process data
• Highly self-motivated showing strong self-discipline and a structured approach to practices & improvements

What we can offer

In return we can offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package as well as the opportunity for self-growth and career development within one of the world’s leading manufacturers of food and nutrition technology.

In Kerry we benefit from the knowledge of our colleagues who bring a diverse range of cultures, backgrounds, lifestyles, and experiences. One team fostering an inclusive culture that, above all, inspires food and nourishes life. We are committed to nurturing an environment of positivity and inclusiveness, where everyone can be at their best, both personally and professionally.

Kerry is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Consistent with our policy of providing equality of opportunity for all, we are required to seek particular information from applicants. As part of your application you will be asked to answer a short number of questions. This information will be held separate to your application and treated in the strictest of confidence.