Senior Quality Assurance Technician

4 weeks ago


Ilkeston, Derbyshire, United Kingdom Thorn Baker Group Full time

Company Overview

Thorn Baker Industrial Recruitment is proud to collaborate with a prominent packaging organization. They are currently seeking a Lead Quality Technician to join their skilled team in a supportive office environment.

About the Organization

Our client is a worldwide frontrunner in the development and production of sustainable packaging solutions for various sectors, including food, beverages, pharmaceuticals, medical supplies, personal care, and more.

Position Summary

We are in search of a knowledgeable Lead Quality Technician responsible for overseeing product release and conducting regular plant hygiene and pest audits to ensure compliance with BRC and AIB standards. This role requires a solid understanding of production settings, focusing on effective product release aligned with inspection protocols and laboratory testing outcomes, supported by a team of Laboratory Technicians to ensure accuracy and consistency.

Compensation & Benefits

Starting Salary: £30,000 per annum

Key Responsibilities

Perform weekly and monthly plant hygiene and pest audits to uphold BRC and AIB compliance. Assist the Site Quality Manager with monthly pest control and hygiene inspections. Analyze internal and external non-conformances to identify root causes and implement effective corrective actions. Evaluate product quality to enhance customer satisfaction. Monitor and assess quality performance through statistical analysis and process control. Collaborate with laboratory technicians to prioritize tasks effectively. Investigate customer-related incidents.

Principal Duties

Ensure all team members are adequately trained to perform their responsibilities, with Standard Work Procedures (SWP) and risk assessments established. Conduct thorough internal audits of the quality management system and assist external auditors. Maintain an efficient system to manage daily Incident Notifications (INC's), ensuring thorough analysis and consensus on product disposition and dispatch priorities with stakeholders. Support the Site Quality Manager in addressing all External Notifications (ENC's) effectively, providing necessary analysis and decision-making on product disposition and dispatch priorities. Execute assigned audits according to the established audit schedule.

Qualifications & Experience

Proven experience in a manufacturing environment is essential. Familiarity with conducting audits and evaluating their outcomes. Proficient in SAP, shop floor systems, Microsoft Office Excel, and Minitab. Six Sigma training is advantageous. HACCP training is a plus. Relevant technical or scientific qualification, ideally BTEC HNC or equivalent.

If you possess a strong drive, enthusiasm, and a commitment to quality assurance, we encourage you to consider this opportunity.

Key Skills: Quality Assurance, Lead Technician, Auditing

Reference: PERM01



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