The Hain Celestial Group
QA Technician
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Quality Assurance Technician
Location: Clitheroe
We are currently seeking a Quality Assurance Technician to join our Technical team at our Clitheroe site. This is a great opportunity for someone with experience in Fast Moving Consumer Goods manufacturing who is passionate about food safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
Available Shifts
- Sunday – Thursday, 6am-2pm (whilst on probation, shift pattern will be Mon-Fri 6am-2pm to ensure full training can be provided first)
- Rate of pay: £14.13/hour + 10% pay enhancement for weekend working
- Opportunity to work overtime if and when required
Key Responsibilities
Safety & Quality (25%)
- Conduct HACCP audits and monitor Critical Control Points (CCPs)
- Calibrate weighing and temperature measurement equipment
- Verify cleaning standards using hygiene management systems (including swabbing and titration)
- Collect samples for microbiological and chemical analysis
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Hygiene & Housekeeping (25%)
- Carry out hygiene and GMP audits in line with schedules
- Communicate audit results and coordinate corrective actions
- Perform glass, foreign body, and fabrication audits
- Work closely with the Shift Manager to resolve hygiene issues
Quality Management System (20%)
- Maintain and update quality documentation, including SOPs and training records
Production Evaluation (20%)
- Assess raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished products against specifications
- Conduct physical, chemical, and organoleptic testing
- Support process trials as required
Project Work (10%)
- Assist with technical and quality improvement projects
- Report findings and collaborate with cross-functional teams
About You
- Minimum 1 year’s experience in an FMCG manufacturing environment
- Food Safety Level 2 and HACCP Level 2 (training will be available for the successful applicant)
- Good standard of English and Maths
- Highly organised with strong attention to detail
- Able to manage large volumes of data efficiently
- Proactive, flexible, and able to use your own initiative
- Keen to learn and develop new skills
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Working Environment
- Site-based role in Clitheroe
- Work within a factory environment, including chilled and frozen areas
- Some manual handling required (lifting up to 20kg+)
If you’re looking to develop your career in quality assurance within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment, we’d love to hear from you. While prior experience in a technical or quality role is advantageous, it is not essential — full training and ongoing support will be provided to the successful candidate.
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