QA Assistant

ICL Group; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supplier of food ingredients in London is seeking a Quality Assurance Assistant to support the QHSE department. This role involves maintaining compliance with food safety standards, assisting in audits, and managing documentation. The ideal candidate has experience in food manufacturing or food safety and a background in Food Science or Chemistry. This is a full-time position offering an opportunity to grow within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Experience in a food manufacturing or food safety environment.
• Knowledge of quality management systems (e.g., BRCGS, ISO standards).
• Good understanding of food safety principles and CCPs.

Responsibilities

• Support the completion of customer and supplier questionnaires.
• Maintain and update QHSE databases.
• Assist with investigations into customer complaints.

Skills

Experience in food manufacturing or food safety

Knowledge of quality management systems

Good understanding of food safety principles

Strong administration skills

Strong communication skills

Strong IT skills

Education

Education in Food Science, Chemistry or related discipline

Job description

Overview

Quality Assurance Assistant — London, UK. Company: Fibrisol Service Limited (Part of the ICL Group).

About Us

Fibrisol Service Limited, part of the ICL Group, is a leading supplier of food ingredients and functional blends, serving the food industry for over 60 years. Based in London, we specialise in the production and supply of high-quality ingredient solutions for B2B customers, with a strong focus on the meat processing sector.

About the Role

We are looking for an enthusiastic and well-organised Quality Assurance Assistant to support our QHSE (Quality, Health, Safety & Environment) department. This role plays a vital part in maintaining compliance with food safety standards and ensuring the smooth operation of our quality management systems. You’ll assist in audits, support food safety processes, respond to customer and supplier documentation requests, and step in for lab cover when needed. This is an ideal opportunity for someone with experience in food manufacturing or food safety, who is looking to grow within a strong and supportive team.

Key Responsibilities

• Quality & Compliance: Support the completion of customer and supplier questionnaires and documentation requests
• Quality & Compliance: Maintain and update QHSE databases including MSDS, supplier assurance, and risk assessments
• Quality & Compliance: Complete annual validation checks for all Critical Control Points (CCPs) on site
• Quality & Compliance: Carry out and update internal audits including BRC Global Standard for Food Safety (BRCGS), ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001
• Quality & Compliance: GMP, Glass & Plastic, and hygiene inspections
• Quality & Compliance: Assist with investigations into customer complaints
• Quality & Compliance: Support the management of TACCP and VACCP risk assessments
• Quality & Compliance: Provide cover for laboratory work during staff absence
• Quality & Compliance: Raise purchase orders for laboratory and QHSE-related materials
• Quality & Compliance: File documentation related to raw materials and finished goods
• Health & Safety: Participate in internal health and safety inspections

Candidate Requirements

• Experience in a food manufacturing or food safety environment
• Knowledge of quality management systems (e.g., BRCGS, ISO standards)
• Good understanding of food safety principles and CCPs
• Strong administration, communication, and IT skills
• Education in Food Science, Chemistry, or a related discipline
• Previous exposure to supplier or customer audits
• Familiarity with laboratory practices in the food industry

Employment details

• Seniority level: Associate
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Quality Assurance
• Industries: Chemical Manufacturing and Food and Beverage Manufacturing