Quality Control Specialist

Quality Control Specialist

Location: Near Ely (own transport advised)

Hours: Mon-Fri, 8am-4pm

Salary: £28,000-£30,000 + private health insurance

Join our client who is a growing flavourings manufacturer supplying products to the food and beverage industry. You'll support the Quality team to ensure all products meet strict quality, safety, and regulatory standards. Our client is a small and friendly family run business who puts their people at the heart of their business.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out QC checks on raw materials and finished products
• Conduct taste and smell evaluations
• Operate lab and analytical equipment (training provided)
• Maintain quality records and documentation
• Support internal audits and BRCGS/GMP compliance
• Report and help resolve quality issues

What We're Looking For

Essential:

• Strong attention to detail
• Good organisation and record-keeping
• Clear communication skills
• Basic IT skills (Microsoft Office)
• Able to work independently and in a small team

Desirable:

• QC or food manufacturing experience
• Knowledge of BRCGS, GMP, HACCP
• Sensory or lab testing experience

Working Environment

• Mix of lab, production, and office work
• Regular tasting and smelling of flavourings
• PPE required in production/lab areas

If you are interested in the role of Quality Control Specialist and feel that you have the relevant experience, please contact your Recruitment Partner, Lisa Logan at Unicorn Resourcing.

If this job isn't exactly right for you but you're looking for something new, please contact us for a confidential career discussion.

Unicorn Resourcing Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in regard to this Permanent opportunity.