Quality Technician

  • Knutsford
  • Full-time
  • Permanent

About a career with Elis

About Elis Cleanroom

At Elis, we deliver specialist cleanroom and contamination control solutions to some of the most regulated industries in the UK, including pharmaceutical, healthcare, and life sciences. Our Knutsford site plays a key role in supporting customers who depend on the highest standards of quality, hygiene, and compliance.

The Role

We are looking for a detail-oriented Quality Technician to join our Cleanroom team in Knutsford. This role is essential in supporting our Quality Management Systems and ensuring we remain compliant with regulatory and industry standards.

Working closely with the site Quality and Compliance teams, you will contribute to maintaining and improving quality processes, ensuring our cleanroom operations consistently meet strict audit and regulatory requirements.

Your Mission at Elis

  • Support the maintenance and continuous improvement of the Quality Management System (QMS)
  • Carry out scheduled daily, weekly, and monthly quality tasks in line with procedures
  • Assist with internal audits and support site audits, inspections, and visitor visits
  • Perform or support microbiological testing as required
  • Help record and report on cleanroom garment trials and performance
  • Ensure compliance with hygiene, behavioural, and cleanroom protocols
  • Work collaboratively with colleagues to uphold quality and operational excellence
  • Take ownership of health and safety responsibilities, escalating concerns where needed

What will make you stand out?

Essential skills and attributes:

  • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Good written and verbal communication skills
  • Comfortable working with data, systems, and documentation
  • A proactive team player with a positive, can-do attitude

Experience & Qualifications:

  • Background in microbiology or a related scientific discipline
  • Laboratory experience and understanding of lab protocols
  • Experience working within a quality or regulated environment (desirable)
  • Good IT skills, including experience with databases

What's on offer?

  • 29 Days Holiday
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • On-site Parking
  • Be part of a global organisation with strong growth in specialist cleanroom services
  • Work in a highly regulated and interesting environment
  • Opportunities for development within quality and compliance roles
  • Supportive team culture with a focus on continuous improvement
  • Competitive salary of circa £28,000.00

Interested?

Then apply online! Your contact person:

Claudia Cronin
HR & Talent Resourcing Manager
Tel: claudia.cronin@elis.com