Laboratory QA Technician

WHAT YOU DO

• Conduct process and product checks at designated intervals while accurately labeling samples and utilizing detection equipment to identify any potential contamination.
• Record environmental and product temperatures, alongside performing weight and quality control measurements and calibrating testing equipment.
• Execute general due diligence tasks, guiding the production team through any non-conformance issues and ensuring all corrective and preventative actions are fully documented.
• Manage product and line control according to the determined plan, including packaging control and conducting environmental and effluent analytics.
• Implement required IFS controls, maintain impeccable hygiene standards across all areas, and perform microbiological sampling and preparation in the on-site laboratory.
• Participate actively in the HACCP concept implementation, safely handling inline measurement equipment and initiating necessary measures during system faults.
• Undertake analytical activities including root cause analysis for deviating products and microbiological tests, reporting all results directly to the Quality Assurance Manager.

WHO YOU ARE

• Prior experience in a Lab / Quality FMCG role, alongside Level 2 Food Safety & HACCP, is highly preferred. 
• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills are essential, paired with the proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Outstanding organizational skills, a keen attention to detail, and a high degree of responsibility will ensure your success in this role.
• Flexibility and a strict willingness to work shift patterns are mandatory to support our continuous manufacturing environment.
• Basic working knowledge of Google Workspace is required to effectively manage daily tasks and reporting.
• Demonstrating a high level of service orientation, assertiveness, reliability, and initiative is crucial for working effectively with other departments.
• Additional knowledge of SAP QM or basic German language skills will be considered a strong advantage for this position.

OUR OFFER

• 33 days annual leave per year inclusive of Bank Holidays
• Healthcare Cash Plan after qualifying period
• Life Assurance Cover of 3 times basic salary
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programs with access to savings & discounts
• 24/7 helpline and much more
• Contract type: 30 March 2026 - permanent
• Working time: 40 hours per week on average // 12 - hours shifts // days and nights
• Basic hourly rate: £ 14.18 plus a 25% shift premium

WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR?

Simply apply directly online to MEG Derby via jobs.schwarz-produktion.com.