QA Auditor

Zertus UK & Ireland; Sherburn in Elmet; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing company in Sherburn in Elmet is seeking a Quality Assurance Auditor to conduct audits, manage quality incidents, and ensure compliance with food safety standards. The ideal candidate will have previous experience in a food manufacturing environment, strong administrative skills, and be proficient in Excel and Word. This role offers various benefits including a pension plan and a healthcare cash plan. Shifts are available across nights, afternoons, and days.

Benefits

4% employer & 5% employee pension plan

Healthcare cash plan

Various salary sacrifice schemes

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Quality Assurance Auditor in a food manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of retailer standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct audits (PFS, Glass & Plastic, Cleaning Standards) and report findings promptly.
• Investigate Quality or Food Safety incidents and implement corrective actions.
• Manage calibration, micro testing schedules, and food safety checks.
• Deliver Critical Control Point (CCP) training.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong administrative skills

Strong communicator

Education

Level 2 Food Safety

Level 2 HACCP

Auditor training

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

Responsibilities

• Conduct audits (PFS, Glass & Plastic, Cleaning Standards) and report findings promptly.
• Investigate Quality or Food Safety incidents, NCRs, and customer complaints; implement corrective actions using root cause analysis.
• Manage calibration, micro testing schedules, and food safety checks (ATP/allergen swabs).
• Support daily taste panels, technical tracker updates, and documentation for audits/complaints.
• Hold or repair out-of-spec products; sign off rework and raise waivers as needed.
• Ensure site calibration for scales and probes are completed.
• Testing and Inspection of Chocolate Tankers where required.
• Deliver Critical Control Point (CCP) training and act as Quality Champion across the site.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Quality Assurance Auditor in a food manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of retailer standards.
• Auditor training.
• Attention to detail.
• Strong administrative skills and use of Excel and Word.
• Strong communicator.
• Level 2 Food Safety.
• Level 2 HACCP.

Benefits

• 4% employer & 5% employee pension plan.
• Various salary sacrifice schemes including pension payments, cycle to work and electric car (subject to meeting minimum criteria).
• Healthcare cash plan via paycare (Dental, Optical, Chiropody, Professional Therapy, Counselling) with a value over £400 each year.

At Humdinger, we transform coco, nuts, seeds, fruit, and pulses into delectable snacks and chocolates for both our in-house label and renowned branded ranges. With a robust and continually growing portfolio, we've earned compliments for our commitment to quality and continuous product innovation.

Paid Breaks: 1 x 15 minutes and 1 x 30 minutes.

Hours & Shift Pattern

• 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.