Lead Auditor & Factory Quality Champion

Saria Limited; Doncaster; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

SARIA Limited in Doncaster is seeking a Lead Auditor / Factory Support to strengthen quality, compliance and continuous improvement across supplier and site operations. You will audit suppliers, assess management systems and provide hands-on support to factory teams.

Role involves planning and conducting audits against SARIA standards, collaboration with cross-functional teams, and ensuring corrective actions are effectively implemented.

Qualifications

• Experience conducting internal, supplier and systems audits.
• Auditing against BRC or Feed Industry standards is advantageous.
• Lead Auditor qualification or ISO 14001/45001 certification is preferred.
• Level 3 HACCP certification is desirable.
• Strong IT skills with Word and Excel.
• Good knowledge of Health & Safety, environmental standards and auditing requirements.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct internal and external supplier audits.
• Assess supplier quality management systems and identify areas for improvement.
• Arrange audits with suppliers and site representatives, including pre-audit prep.
• Prepare audit questionnaires and checklists; gather supporting information.
• Conduct audits covering quality, technical, HSE and environmental requirements.
• Produce audit reports and manage follow-up actions.
• Ensure corrective actions are implemented and closed out.
• Carry out internal systems audits and support factory personnel on quality and audit issues.
• Assist with training and development of factory personnel.

Skills

Auditing

Communication

Independent work

Excel

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Education

Lead Auditor certification

ISO 14001/45001

Level 3 HACCP

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

SARIA Limited in Doncaster is seeking a Lead Auditor / Factory Support to strengthen quality, compliance and continuous improvement across supplier and site operations. You will audit suppliers, assess management systems and provide hands-on support to factory teams.

Role involves planning and conducting audits against SARIA standards, collaboration with cross-functional teams, and ensuring corrective actions are effectively implemented.