QA & Food Safety Advisor - Compliance & Process Improvement

Pladis Global; Banbury; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturer in the United Kingdom is seeking a Quality Assurance (QA) Advisor to support their facility in Banbury. The chosen candidate will be instrumental in overseeing quality and food safety standards, implementing policies, and managing compliance audits. Ideal applicants should possess strong knowledge of food safety and quality assurance processes, along with excellent communication skills to influence and lead stakeholders. A range of benefits, including medical insurance and development opportunities, is offered.

Benefits

Annual Incentive Plan

Private medical insurance

Stakeholder Pension Scheme

25 days + bank holidays

Holiday Enhancement Scheme

Volunteering Day opportunity

Cycle to work scheme

Discount and Cashback Programme

Employee Assistance Programme

Financial Wellbeing Support

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong experience in quality roles, especially HACCP management.
• Confident with IT systems for quality and compliance processes.
• Ability to lead and influence stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice on QA and Food Safety matters.
• Lead development and improvement of Quality systems.
• Coordinate audits and monitor policy implementation.
• Deliver training on QA and Food Safety.
• Oversee vendor performance and support Crisis Management.

Skills

Quality Assurance expertise

Food Safety knowledge

Experience in HACCP

Communication skills

IT systems proficiency

Stakeholder influence

Education

Food or Science-based HND

Level 4 Food Safety and HACCP certifications

Degree in food safety/food science (desirable)

IOSH Managing Safety certification (desirable)

Job description

A leading food manufacturer in the United Kingdom is seeking a Quality Assurance (QA) Advisor to support their facility in Banbury. The chosen candidate will be instrumental in overseeing quality and food safety standards, implementing policies, and managing compliance audits. Ideal applicants should possess strong knowledge of food safety and quality assurance processes, along with excellent communication skills to influence and lead stakeholders. A range of benefits, including medical insurance and development opportunities, is offered.