Yara International
Shift Quality Control Technician
How your CV stacks up
Upload your CV to see how well it fits this job role
?%
Shift Quality Control Technician at Yara
We at Yara are part of a global network, collaborating to profitably and responsibly solve some of the world's key challenges — resource scarcity, food insecurity, and environmental change.
About the Unit
We are part of the global company Yara International ASA and a leader in the product development, manufacture, and marketing of speciality nutrients & biostimulant products for regenerative agriculture worldwide.
We are seeking a Shift Quality Control Technician to support Operations in manufacturing high-quality products that will be exported around the world.
This role involves shift work to align with production patterns during the year. You will initially be based in Pocklington and later transfer to the new >£100 million production site in Howden in 2026.
Responsibilities
- Analyse product samples using approved methods and procedures within the company's ISO 9001 quality system and Integrated Management System.
- Identify where analyses are compliant with approved specifications.
- Test incoming raw materials to ensure compliance with approved supplier specifications.
- Record results and maintain laboratory records and databases.
- Update and maintain daily dispatch records based on approved analysis.
- Carry out calibration of laboratory equipment in line with laboratory procedures.
- Perform quality checks within the production area.
- Report and take appropriate corrective actions on non-conformances and quality incidents.
- Prepare and dispatch product samples for customer evaluation.
- Support plant operations and trials as necessary.
Reasons to use Rodeo
Start with a chat, not a search bar
Grad scheme, placement, apprenticeship? Not sure what you want yet — that's fine. Your agent talks it through with you and turns "I have no idea" into a shortlist.
It searches the market for you
Every day your agent scans the market matching roles against what actually matters to you, not just keywords on a CV.
Only hits
No noise. No "maybe this fits." Just roles with a clear explanation of why they're right — and where to focus when applying.
Requirements (Profile)
The ideal candidate should:
- Hold a HNC or equivalent in Chemistry and/or have 2 years’ experience in a laboratory environment.
- Have a strong understanding of classical and instrumental analytical chemistry.
- Demonstrate a high level of safety awareness and knowledge of relevant regulations.
- Understand Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and laboratory working regulations, such as UKAS.
- Possess excellent problem-solving skills.
- Exhibit strong communication skills.
Get help with your application
Your very own career expert that helps elevate your application to the next level.
Benefits at Yara
At Yara, we provide not only a great place to work, but also a rewarding benefits package, including:
- 25 days’ holiday (plus the option to purchase 5 additional days).
- Vitality Private Healthcare.
- 10% employer contributions to pension.
- Annual bonus scheme.
- Life Assurance.
- A wide range of learning and development opportunities.
- Inclusion & Wellbeing activities, such as football, badminton, tennis, running, and walking groups.
Application Details
- Apply no later than 24th July 2026 (though interviews may occur earlier for suitable candidates).
D&I Commitment
Yara is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We believe a diverse workplace is both right and strategic.
As part of recruitment, we may conduct reference and background checks where permitted by law. Candidates will be informed by HR before checks are initiated.
Knowledge grows through differences. ⚙️
“It took my CV and asked me questions relevant to understanding what kind of jobs to suggest for me. Suggestions were almost perfect. Jobs were exactly what I’ve been looking for.”
Jessica, London
Skills
Location