Quality Auditor in Newtownards

At Mash Direct, our aim is simple: to bring the taste of great food, rooted in six generations of farming, to every table, nurturing a stronger connection between people, their food, and the land it comes from. We are here to be the trusted source of freshly prepared vegetable side dishes, honouring our heritage while growing responsibly for future generations. How we do that matters. We work collaboratively, act with purpose, support one another, and take ownership of the results we deliver. We also believe in looking after our people. We are building a culture where everyone's voice is heard, good leadership is developed, and learning and growth are part of everyday work. Supporting each other and sharing knowledge is just as important as producing great food.

If you care about good food, honest work, and being part of a team that does things properly and you want to help shape the future of how we buy, Mash Direct is a place where you'll belong.

We are looking for a detail-driven Quality Auditor to join our Technical Team on site in Comber. This is a production floor-based role and you'll be at the heart of our manufacturing operation, verifying that our raw material, production processes, and finished products consistently meet food safety, legal, and customer quality standards. You'll work closely with our Operations team, conducting audits, carrying out checks, and ensuring our quality management systems are implemented correctly and recorded accurately. This role suits someone who takes pride in doing things properly and who understands that quality isn't a tick-box exercise; it's what protects our people, our customers, and our reputation.

Your role will include:

• Carry out GMP audits of the production environment, covering people, process, and product
• Conduct hygiene and fabrication audits to verify site standards are met
• Complete internal audits against a defined schedule, ensuring practices and procedures align with BRCGS and other applicable standards
• Perform product sampling and environmental equipment swabbing in line with the schedule or in response to identified issues
• Verify and calibrate testing equipment daily, escalating any concerns and maintaining the calibration schedule
• Monitor and verify incoming raw materials against specification
• Review and maintain quality records, HACCP documentation, production logs, and traceability records
• Identify non-conformances and initiate corrective actions, supporting root cause investigation and resolution
• Support the Technical Team in new product trials and process changes
• Assist in the preparation for and delivery of external customer and third-party audits
• Communicate findings and quality concerns clearly to managers, assistant managers, team leaders, and the wider Technical Team
• Support production colleagues in understanding and correctly following food safety and quality procedures

Working hours: You’ll work Monday to Friday 6am to 3pm, as part of a 45-hour working week.

What we offer:

• Secure, permanent employment
• Supportive working environment
• Training & Development through our Growth Academy
• Free on-site parking
• Staff discounts on all Mash Direct products
• Cycle to Work scheme

You’ll be joining a culturally diverse workforce where people look out for each other and take real pride in what they produce.

What we are looking for: We are looking for someone who has:

• Previous experience in a quality, technical, or production role within a food manufacturing environment
• Sound understanding of HACCP principles and GMP
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify deviations quickly and accurately
• Good communication skills and the ability to record findings clearly and raise issues confidently

It would be beneficial if you have:

• Experience working to BRCGS certification standards
• HNC, HND or degree in Food Science, Food Technology, or a related discipline
• Familiarity with allergen management and traceability systems
• Internal auditor training or qualification

If you want to be part of a business that values hard work, teamwork, and doing things the right way, we’d love to hear from you. Mash Direct is an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.