Marmion
Quality Assurance Technician - Microbiology
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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:
- £30,900 pa
- Harrogate Based
- 8 Hour Shift Rota – Including 1 weekend in 3
- Opportunity to develop within a quality-led manufacturing environment.
Suitable for candidates with relevant QA or microbiology experience, or graduates with a related science degree. Must be UK resident with full UK working rights residing within local area.
The Role
Working closely with Quality, Production, and Operations teams, 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 high standards of food safety, product quality and compliance across a busy manufacturing site.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supporting Food Safety and Quality Systems
- Completing hygiene surveys and QA line audits
- Carry out microbiological testing and sampling
- Maintaining accurate quality records and investigating issues.
- Supporting complaint investigations
- Assisting with internal and external audits
- Carrying out equipment calibrations and laboratory stock checks
- Working with Production and Operations to identify risks and drive improvements
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About You:
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.
Key Skills & Experience:
- A degree in natural sciences, biological sciences, food science, microbiology or similar.
- Experience in Quality Assurance, microbiology, food manufacturing or a laboratory-based roles.
- Knowledge of HACCP, food safety or quality assurance principles.
- Strong attention to detail with excellent communication skills.
- Organised, proactive and able to prioritise workload in a fast-paced environment.
- A flexible approach to working hours and shift patterns.
- A driving licence and access to own transport would be advantageous due to occasional off-site borehole visits.
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If you feel you are suitable, please apply today by submitting your CV. Alternatively, to discuss the opportunity further, please contact Jonny McPartland directly on 07375675049.
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Thank you for taking an interest in the role advertised. We'd like to confirm that each CV received is read thoroughly by a trained consultant; if your application is shortlisted then you will be contacted via telephone in the first instance. If we have not contacted you within 5 working days of your application, please understand that the CV received, and the information provided does not meet the requirements of the role. However, we endeavour to consider all applicants for future opportunities; should you wish to speak to the named consultant about your application, please contact us directly.
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