Quality Assurance Technician
CV-LibraryThirsk, North YorkshirepermanentPosted: 6 November 2026
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Thirsk, £33-35k
We're looking for a Quality Assurance Technician to become an integral part of the technical team within a food manufacturing environment. This is a hands-on role where you'll be involved in everything from laboratory testing and product traceability to complaint investigations and continuous improvement projects, helping to maintain the quality, safety and integrity of products.
What's the role?
Carrying out routine product and environmental testing, including NIR analysis.
Collecting and preparing samples for both in-house testing and external laboratory assessment.
Monitoring quality results and identifying trends or emerging issues.
Supporting investigations into quality concerns, customer complaints and non-conforming products.
Working with production teams to ensure corrective actions are implemented effectively.
Maintaining accurate quality records and controlled documentation.
Assisting with product traceability exercises and audit preparation.
Conducting internal compliance, housekeeping and quality audits.
Supporting external audits and regulatory inspections.
Managing the calibration and upkeep of laboratory equipment.
What we're looking for
You'll be an organised and self-motivated individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and has a passion for quality.
Ideally, you'll have:
Previous experience in a Quality Technician, Quality Assurance or Quality Control role.
Experience within a manufacturing, food, pharma or similar
Experience working with laboratory testing processes and external testing providers.
An understanding of NIR testing and HACCP principles would be advantageous.
Strong numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills.
The ability to communicate confidently across all levels of the business.
A proactive approach with a drive for continuous improvement.
A full UK driving licence and access to your own transport.
What's on Offer
40 hour week £33-35k
33 days annual leave, including public holidays
Salary sacrifice pension scheme
Life assurance3x annual salary
Health Cash Plan
Employee Assistance Programme
Ongoing training and professional development
Refer-a-Friend scheme
Travail Employment Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Thanks for your application. Due to the high level of responses we are currently receiving, whilst we endeavour to contact everyone, sometimes we are unable to. If you have not heard from us within 10 working days of making your application, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion
Thirsk, £33-35k
We're looking for a Quality Assurance Technician to become an integral part of the technical team within a food manufacturing environment. This is a hands-on role where you'll be involved in everything from laboratory testing and product traceability to complaint investigations and continuous improvement projects, helping to maintain the quality, safety and integrity of products.
What's the role?
Carrying out routine product and environmental testing, including NIR analysis.
Collecting and preparing samples for both in-house testing and external laboratory assessment.
Monitoring quality results and identifying trends or emerging issues.
Supporting investigations into quality concerns, customer complaints and non-conforming products.
Working with production teams to ensure corrective actions are implemented effectively.
Maintaining accurate quality records and controlled documentation.
Assisting with product traceability exercises and audit preparation.
Conducting internal compliance, housekeeping and quality audits.
Supporting external audits and regulatory inspections.
Managing the calibration and upkeep of laboratory equipment.
What we're looking for
You'll be an organised and self-motivated individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and has a passion for quality.
Ideally, you'll have:
Previous experience in a Quality Technician, Quality Assurance or Quality Control role.
Experience within a manufacturing, food, pharma or similar
Experience working with laboratory testing processes and external testing providers.
An understanding of NIR testing and HACCP principles would be advantageous.
Strong numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills.
The ability to communicate confidently across all levels of the business.
A proactive approach with a drive for continuous improvement.
A full UK driving licence and access to your own transport.
What's on Offer
40 hour week £33-35k
33 days annual leave, including public holidays
Salary sacrifice pension scheme
Life assurance3x annual salary
Health Cash Plan
Employee Assistance Programme
Ongoing training and professional development
Refer-a-Friend scheme
Travail Employment Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Thanks for your application. Due to the high level of responses we are currently receiving, whilst we endeavour to contact everyone, sometimes we are unable to. If you have not heard from us within 10 working days of making your application, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion