Quality Assurance Specialist

We are currently recruiting for a Quality Assurance Specialistto join a leading manufacturer with an excellent reputation based in Blackwood.

Do you have previous FMCG experience and want to be part of valued team, who are recognised for hard work with company events and career progression opportunities …. If so, please read on.

Quality Assurance Specialist Benefits:

• £25,916 pa.
• Monday to Friday 40 hours per week working morning and afternoon shifts.
• Blackwood area.
• 20 days plus bank holidays.
• Company events.
• Career progression opportunities.
• Pension.
• Free snacks.

Quality Assurance Specialist Duties & Responsibilities:

• Completion and maintenance of QA paperwork, in a timely manner.
• Complete inspections of products, collating information and reporting back to relevant departments.
• Ensure that food safety, GMP and QA checks are being carried out as specified within work instructions, HACCP, and process control documents.
• Carry out hourly checks and audits on the production lines.
• Carry out daily calibration of temperature probes and weighing scales.
• Conduct monthly glass and plastic audits.
• Support the production team by providing technical support e.g. CCP and traceability.
• To operate in a safe working manner and support the business on continuous improvement relating to health, safety, and the environment.
• To carry out any day-to-day quality duties as requested by the QA Team Leader or relevant manager.

Quality Assurance Specialist Essential Skills, Experience & Qualifications:

• Previous experience in a FMCG business.
• Fully proficient user of Microsoft Office particularly in Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Previous experience in a similar role.
• Food Safety Level 2 in Manufacturing.
• HACCP Level 2.
• Able to demonstrate an understanding of internal audit processes. Technical KPI's and non-conformance techniques will be required alongside basic allergen awareness and legal labelling practice.
• Excellent communication skills with stakeholders at all levels both verbal and written.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to manage multiple projects/ tasks at one time.
• Self-motivator and a team player. With the ability to work on own initiative when required.
• Allergen Awareness Level 2 - desirable.
• Understanding of BRC - desirable.

For immediate consideration, please forward your CV to Kayleigh at Vibe Recruit today.