QA TECHNICIAN

Position: QA Technician

Based: Peterborough, UK

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct quality sampling, analysis & reporting for raw materials, work in progress, finished products and environmental samples.
• Timely and accurate maintenance of data systems to ensure compliance to traceability standards and key performance indicators.
• Support of sensory activities: taste panels, sample preparation, sample collection, sample submissions, processing of results.
• Adherence to good manufacturing practices (GMP), good laboratory practices (GLP) and master cleaning schedules (MCS).
• Compliance with Company, third party and Customer standards demonstrated by successful completion of Inter-lab proficiency schemes, routine refresher training and competency assessments.
• Calibration and maintenance of lab equipment.
• Support with complaint investigations, analysing data and providing information as required.
• Involvement in root cause analysis processes for site, representing QA / sensory and providing expertise for their area.
• Conducting internal audits (quality systems, food safety, glass and Health & Safety).

CANDIDATE PROFILE

• Experience in a manufacturing environment working within QA / Sensory.
• Practical experience of Good Laboratory Practices.
• Further educated to HNC or equivalent in a science subject (preferably chemistry / biochemistry). 
• Ability to work on own initiative as well as part of a team.
•  Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to interact with multiple levels within the business as well as with external contactors.
• Working knowledge of SAP would be advantageous. 
•  Attention to detail. 
• Ability to interpret analytical and microbiological data.

As an Equal Opportunities employer, McCormick is committed to a diverse workforce.