Quality Technologist
Sheffield
4 on / 4 off (days & nights: 6am–6pm / 6pm–6am)
My client is a well-established and growing food manufacturing business based in Sheffield and is currently looking to recruit a Quality Technologist to join their Technical team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a Quality professional with food manufacturing experience to join a business that genuinely invests in its people, offers development opportunities and operates in a fast-paced, high-volume production environment.
The Role
Reporting to the QA Supervisor, the Quality Technologist will play a key role in ensuring food safety, quality and compliance across site operations. Working closely with Operations, you’ll support daily production while maintaining high standards and driving continuous improvement.
This is a hands-on role operating on a rotating 4 on / 4 off shift pattern, covering both days and nights.
Key Responsibilities
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Validate compliance of site operations through auditing, sampling and monitoring
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Front-line management of food safety and quality incidents, including holds, concessions and non-conformances
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Conduct process, HACCP and internal QMS audits and ensure corrective actions are closed out
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Monitor product quality on-line and complete product quality evaluations and end-of-line checks
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Carry out traceability exercises and support customer and third-party audits
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Investigate consumer complaints, identify root cause and implement corrective actions
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Manage microbiological and nutritional data, reporting and issue resolution
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Support export requirements, including traceability and veterinary audits
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Work closely with Operations to resolve daily production challenges, balancing safety, legality and quality
About You
Knowledge, Skills & Experience
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Level 3 Food Hygiene and Level 2 HACCP
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Trained internal auditor
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Experience within a food manufacturing environment (bakery experience advantageous)
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Strong understanding of GMP and allergen controls
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Competent in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
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Proven experience in quality investigations and continuous improvement
Personal Attributes
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Hands-on, proactive and well organised
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Confident decision-maker with the ability to justify actions
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Strong communicator, able to challenge constructively
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Comfortable working under pressure in a fast-paced environment
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Reliable, committed and proud of your work
Previous QA experience within bakery manufacturing is ideal, however candidates with broader food manufacturing experience, an inquisitive mindset and a willingness to learn are also encouraged to apply, as full training and support will be provided.
