QA Technician (QA/0726/01) Plymouth, England

Salary: GBP13.17 - GBP13.17 per hour

QA Technician

Plymouth
Immediate Start – Contract until February 2027
Competitive Hourly Rate - £13.17ph

About the Role

We are currently recruiting for a Temporary QA Technician / QA Auditor to support the Technical team at a leading food manufacturing site in Plymouth. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced quality professional to take on a hands-on role within a fast-paced factory environment.
The position is predominantly factory-floor based, where you will play a key role in maintaining quality, safety, and compliance standards.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct routine QA checks across the production process
  • Carry out GMP audits and pre-start checks
  • Perform label and CCP/quality checks
  • Support product traceability processes
  • Complete hygiene verification activities
  • Raise and manage non-conformance reports
  • Provide general support to the Technical team to ensure compliance

About You

To be successful, you will bring:
  • Previous experience in food manufacturing quality assurance
  • Strong knowledge of HACCP, GMP, and allergen controls
  • Experience working in chilled food, cooked meat, poultry, high-care or high-risk environments (desirable)
  • Confidence to challenge non-compliance and drive standards on the factory floor
  • Excellent attention to detail with accurate record-keeping skills
  • Reliability and a clear plan for commuting to the Plymouth site

What’s on Offer

  • Immediate start with a long-term temporary assignment (until February 2027)
  • Opportunity to work with an established food manufacturer
  • Competitive pay rates depending on experience
  • Valuable experience within a supportive technical team

If this sounds like you, or someone you know, Contact Victoria Rapson on 07897 644 338 or email victoria.rapson@mego.co.uk to find out more or apply today!

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