QA (Quality Assurance Technician) - Food Production
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Position Overview & Specifications
Today Bernard Matthews employs over 2,000 people, and is a key supplier of Turkey across the UK. Be it in branded, retailer brand or direct to foodservice, Bernard Matthews are proud to manufacture frozen and cooked meat products to nearly all UK distribution channels, major retailers and catering groups. This means Bernard Matthews products continue to be enjoyed by nearly half the homes in Britain some 66 years later.
Our Bernard Matthews Derby site employs over 1000+ people and our focus is on producing Great Quality Products, Our Customers and Our People. It really is 'bootiful!'
We're looking for a Quality Technician (QA) to join our very fast paced/busy Bernard Matthews Derby site and be a part of the growing Technical Team. The successful candidate will support the production team and be responsible for the below listed:
Responsibilities (list not exhaustive):
- Carry out routine audits e.g. Glass, Foreign Bodies and Internal audits and check all paperwork– HACCP, GMP and any other Ad hoc audit requirements..
- Monitor safety, legality and quality of products produced.
- Conduct taste panels as required.
- Issue and brief all QA documentation.
- Conduct hygiene inspections.
- Carry out routine factory swabbing.
- Collect samples as required.
- Ensure agreed KPIs are met.
- Work within a dynamic, fast moving environment.
- Support the production teams and help/advise on CCPS and Food Safety.
Additional duties:
- Assist with the training and development of others where appropriate.
- Ensure effective communication.
- Undertake any additional responsibilities as required.
- Promote and participate in Food Safety Culture.
- Comply with Health & Safety Regulations on site.
- Respect and comply with the Disciplinary Policy & Procedure.
Job Type: Permanent
Salary: £11.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Discounted or free food
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Store discount
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: One location
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Food & Beverage Manufacturing
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for QA (Quality Assurance Technician) - Food Production roles across Bernard Matthews Foods's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Food & Beverage Manufacturing.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £12 - £12 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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