Quality Technician (12 month fixed term contract)

About Kerry

Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.

About the role

Here at Kerry, we're currently recruiting for a Quality Technician on a 12 month fixed term basis (with possibility of longer extension) to join our team in Runcorn, Cheshire. 

This is a varied position, responsible for quality testing raw materials with additional Quality administration requirements.

The position is full time, Monday to Friday, offering a flexible start and finish time in line with site operating hours (39 hours per week total).

To be successful, you will be able to demonstrate experience in a similar position and be a methodical worker with impeccable IT skills. 

Key responsibilities

• Practical experience within a food/pharma or chemical manufacturing Laboratory environment
• Knowledge of QC testing equipment and methods, (preferably including GC and GC-MS)
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office (Particularly Excel) 
• Ability to prioritise own workload in accordance with business needs.
• Strong problem solving/mathematical skills
• High level of accuracy/attention to detail.
• Organoleptic assessment ability - odour and flavour evaluation (will include alcohol and some allergenic materials)
• Ability to act on own initiative, working alone or in a team environment
• Confidence and ability to make decisions
• Ability to work well and keep a clear focus under pressure
• An investigative mind with proven problem solving skills and a passion to identify the root cause of non-conformities.
   

Qualifications and skills

• Practical experience within a food/pharma or chemical manufacturing Laboratory environment
• Knowledge of QC testing equipment and methods, (preferably including GC and GC-MS)
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office (Particularly Excel)
• Ability to prioritise own workload in accordance with business needs.
• Strong problem solving/mathematical skills
• High level of accuracy/attention to detail.
• Organoleptic assessment ability - odour and flavour evaluation (will include alcohol and some allergenic materials)
• Ability to act on own initiative, working alone or in a team environment
• Confidence and ability to make decisions
• Ability to work well and keep a clear focus under pressure
• An investigative mind with proven problem solving skills and a passion to identify the root cause of non-conformities.

What's in it for me?

Opportunity for career development, matched pension scheme to up to 10% and access to an employee assistance program and employee benefit platform. 

In Kerry we benefit from the knowledge of our colleagues who bring a diverse range of cultures, backgrounds, lifestyles and experiences.

One team fostering an inclusive culture that, above all, inspires food and nourishes life.

One culture where everyone brings their unique perspectives and experiences to help make us better, together.

We are committed to nurturing an environment of positivity and inclusiveness, where everyone can be at their best, both personally and professionally.

​Our recruitment, selection and assessment process are based on the skills and competencies of the specific roles and based entirely on merit. We are committed to and value Diversity and Inclusion in all recruitment processes within Kerry and do not discriminate based on gender, race, class, economic status, ethnic background, sexual orientation, age, political beliefs, veteran status, marital status or any other protected characteristic.

Get in touch today- we look forward to meeting you!