QA Auditor

Henderson Brown; Little Fenton; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Henderson Brown in Sherburn-in-Elmet, England, is seeking a QA Auditor to safeguard food safety and quality across our manufacturing operations. The role involves conducting internal audits, investigating incidents, and supporting continuous improvement.

You will work a variety of shifts including nights and afternoons, managing calibration programs, microbiological testing, CCP training, and audits against BRCGS, retailer, and customer standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in QA or auditing within food manufacturing or FMCG sectors.
• Knowledge of retailer standards, HACCP and GMP.
• Level 2 Food Safety and Level 2 HACCP qualifications are required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct internal audits (GMP, Glass & Hard Plastic, hygiene, and food safety) per BRCGS and retailer standards.
• Investigate quality incidents and non-conformances; apply root cause analysis to implement CAPAs.
• Manage calibration programs, microbiological testing schedules, ATP, and allergen verification.
• Support daily taste panels; maintain documentation and records for audits.
• Assess non-conforming products; authorize rework, holds, waivers and releases as per procedures.
• Inspect incoming materials and chocolate tankers for quality and safety before production.
• Deliver CCP training and promote food safety culture across manufacturing.

Skills

Auditing

Quality control

Root cause analysis

Documentation

Data analysis

Communication

Training

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Level 2 Food Safety

Level 2 HACCP

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

QA Auditor (3645334) Sherburn-in-Elmet, England

Salary: GBP31000 - GBP31900 per annum

We're partnering with a leading food manufacturer to recruit a meticulous and proactive QA Auditor. This is a fantastic opportunity to become a key guardian of food safety and quality, ensuring products consistently meet the highest retailer, customer, and regulatory standards. If you enjoy investigating issues, driving improvements, and maintaining audit-ready excellence, this role is for you.

Permanent

Sherburn in Elmet

• Nights: Sunday: 18:00 – 06:00 / Monday – Thursday: 22:00 – 06:00


• Afters: Monday – Thursday: 14:00 – 22:00


• Days: Monday – Thursday: 06:00 – 14:00 / Friday: 06:00 – 18:00

What You'll Be Doing:

• Conduct a range of internal audits including GMP, Glass & Hard Plastic, hygiene, and food safety inspections, ensuring compliance with BRCGS, retailer, and customer standards


• Investigate quality incidents, customer complaints, and non-conformances, using root cause analysis to implement robust corrective and preventative actions


• Manage calibration programmes, microbiological testing schedules, ATP and allergen verification, ensuring all food safety controls remain effective


• Support daily taste panels, maintain technical documentation, and prepare accurate records to support customer, retailer, and third‑party audits


• Assess and manage non-conforming products, authorising rework, product holds, waivers, and release activities in line with company procedures


• Carry out inspections of incoming raw materials and chocolate tankers, ensuring products meet quality and food safety requirements before production


• Deliver Critical Control Point (CCP) training and promote a strong food safety and quality culture across the manufacturing operation


• Monitor quality trends and collaborate with Production, Technical, and Engineering teams to drive continuous improvement and Right First Time performance

What We're Looking For:

• Previous experience as a QA Auditor, Quality Assurance Technician, or Quality Auditor within food manufacturing or FMCG


• Strong knowledge of retailer standards, HACCP, GMP, food safety legislation, and internal auditing practices


• Level 2 Food Safety and Level 2 HACCP qualifications (or equivalent)


• Excellent attention to detail with strong administrative and IT skills, including Microsoft Excel and Word


• Confident communicator with the ability to influence colleagues, deliver training, and work collaboratively across multiple departments

If you're passionate about food safety, enjoy maintaining the highest quality standards, and want to play a vital role in delivering exceptional products, this is an excellent opportunity to join a progressive and quality-focused manufacturing business.