Quality Assurance Technician (3 Shift)

at  GCB Cocoa UK Ltd

We are a new Chocolate manufacturing site based on the Essex/Suffolk border seeking enthusiastic and reliable QA Technicians to join our recently established QA Lab as part of the ongoing growth of our business.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCES:

• Proficient in HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points) principles and practices
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and identify trends or patterns
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in conducting inspections and audits
• Knowledge of quality assurance methodologies, tools, and techniques
• Effective communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams and communicate findings and recommendations

• Work as part of a close-knit team in the Quality Assurance laboratory to screen all incoming raw materials and finished products manufactured on site.
• Ensure legislative food safety requirements and specific customer practices are adhered to.
• Continuously manage HACCP and alignment to BRC and customer requirements.
• Undertake internal audits relating to GMP and finished product requirements.
• Maintain traceability, hygiene, quality, and process records with validation of results, identification of trends, root cause analysis where applicable and instigation of corrective actions.
• Work closely with third party certification bodies for sustainability, religious and ethical obligations.
• Carry out sampling and investigations for microbiological, allergen, nutritional or customer requirements.
• Work with essential service providers such as, pest control, hygiene, and workwear providers.
• Assist with new product/process trials.
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing with colleagues across all Departments and levels of the business.