Quality Assurance Coordinator
$35,000–$35,000 year
On-siteStonehouse, England, United Kingdom
Job Summary
Conduct routine factory GMP, Glass & Plastics, and compliance inspections to verify hygiene, housekeeping, food safety, and operational standards. Monitor, challenge, and escalate non-compliance with procedures, GMP, food safety, quality, legality, and customer requirements. Review production records, quality documentation, and process checks to ensure accuracy, completion, and compliance. Support investigations into non-conformances, quality incidents, and adverse trends, supporting root cause analysis and corrective action activities. Verify completion and effectiveness of corrective actions arising from audits, inspections, and compliance activities. Provide laboratory cover when required, including product sampling, chemical and sensory testing, microbiological sampling, and shelf-life assessments. Maintain accurate records and reporting to support audits, customer requirements, and continuous improvement. Promote a positive food safety and quality culture through regular factory presence and constructive challenge.
Required Qualifications
- GCSE Grade 4/C or above (or equivalent) in English, Maths and Science
- Food Safety Level 3
- HACCP Level 3
- Internal Auditor qualification
- Experience in a QA, technical or compliance role within food manufacturing
- Good understanding of GMP, hygiene, food safety and quality systems
- Strong attention to detail and ability to challenge and escalate issues effectively
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Confident and visible presence within a manufacturing environment
- Organised, detail-oriented and able to prioritise risk effectively
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Able to challenge standards professionally and drive compliance
- Flexible and willing to support wider quality team activities
- Committed to maintaining high standards of food safety, quality and compliance
Desired Qualifications
- Training in BRCGS, Root Cause Analysis or Food Safety Culture
- Experience supporting audits, investigations and corrective action programmes
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