At a Glance
- Tasks: Ensure food safety and quality by conducting audits and monitoring hygiene standards.
- Company: Join a leading food manufacturing company committed to excellence.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, flexible shifts, and opportunities for personal growth.
- Other info: Be part of a team that values quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on food safety and quality in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in food manufacturing and basic knowledge of HACCP principles.
The predicted salary is between 35500 - 35500 £ per year.
This is a critical role within the Technical and Quality team, responsible for ensuring products are manufactured to the highest standards of food safety, quality, legality, and customer expectations. As a Quality Auditor, you will provide technical support across production operations, carrying out audits, monitoring hygiene standards, investigating quality issues, and helping to maintain compliance with food safety legislation, BRC standards, and customer requirements. You will have the authority to stop production if food safety, quality, or hygiene standards are compromised, making this an important position within our manufacturing operation.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct regular audits of products, processes, equipment, and personnel to ensure compliance with food safety and quality standards.
- Identify non-conformances and work with operational teams to implement corrective actions.
- Monitor cleaning and hygiene effectiveness across production areas.
- Verify hygiene standards are met before production starts.
- Audit production records and supporting documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Support investigations into quality concerns and foreign body contamination incidents.
- Promote and reinforce a strong food safety and quality culture throughout the site.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and safe working practices.
Technical Support
- Collect samples, measurements, and data to support technical and quality activities.
- Provide technical guidance and advice to production teams.
- Assist in maintaining compliance with customer specifications and regulatory requirements.
Teamwork & Communication
- Work closely with production, technical, and management teams.
- Communicate quality issues effectively across shifts and departments.
- Participate in team meetings and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
- Support and coach colleagues on quality systems, hygiene standards, and best practices.
Continuous Improvement
- Identify opportunities to improve quality, efficiency, and compliance.
- Support initiatives that reduce waste, improve processes, and enhance customer satisfaction.
- Contribute to building a positive culture focused on quality and operational excellence.
About You
Essential Requirements
- Experience within a food manufacturing environment.
- Basic understanding of HACCP principles.
- Basic understanding of food safety requirements.
- Good level of written and spoken English.
- Computer literate with the ability to complete and review documentation accurately.
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and make informed decisions.
What We're Looking For
- Take pride in producing safe, high-quality food.
- Be proactive, accountable, and solutions-focused.
- Demonstrate excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Show a commitment to continuous improvement and personal development.
- Be passionate about maintaining the highest standards of food safety and quality.
Night Quality Auditor employer: Cooper Lomaz Recruitment Services Ltd
As a Night Quality Auditor at our Methwold facility, you will join a dedicated team committed to upholding the highest standards of food safety and quality. We foster a collaborative work culture that values continuous improvement and personal development, offering you the opportunity to make a significant impact on our production processes. With competitive benefits and a focus on employee growth, we ensure that your contributions are recognised and rewarded in a meaningful way.
Contact Details:
Cooper Lomaz Recruitment Services Ltd Recruitment Team
