Quality Assurance Assistant

The Oval Partnership; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A food manufacturing company in London is seeking a proactive Quality Assurance Assistant to ensure food safety and compliance with GMP. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of experience in the food sector and strong Excel and Word skills. Join a supportive team where no two days are the same and make a real impact on food quality.

Qualifications

• Two years’ experience in the food manufacturing sector is essential.
• Proficiency in Excel and Word; Mac experience is a bonus.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Ensure GMP and company policies are followed on site.
• Monitor production areas and support production teams.
• Conduct internal GMP audits and ensure corrective actions are closed out.
• Complete goods intake and finished product checks.
• Assist with complaint investigations and sampling for micro/chemical testing.

Skills

Knowledge of GMP and HACCP principles

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Proficiency in Excel and Word

Ability to work independently

Hands-on approach

Job description

Quality Assurance Assistant

Shift: 8am–4pm (8 hours) with flexibility as required.

We are looking for a proactive Quality Assurance Assistant to join the Technical Department in a growing food manufacturing business. This hands‑on role ensures food safety, product quality, and compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) across our site.

What You’ll Do:

• Ensure GMP and company policies are followed on site.
• Monitor production areas and support production teams.
• Complete and verify due diligence paperwork.
• Report and investigate non‑conformances, helping prevent reoccurrence.
• Conduct internal GMP audits and ensure corrective actions are closed out.
• Carry out hygiene swabs and trend analysis.
• Complete goods intake and finished product checks.
• Perform traceability, mass balance and recall exercises.
• Support technical documentation, label approvals and specifications.
• Assist with complaint investigations and sampling for micro/chemical testing.
• Monitor PPE and cleaning material stock.

What We’re Looking For:

• Knowledge of GMP and HACCP principles.
• Two years’ experience in the food manufacturing sector is essential.
• Proficiency in Excel and Word (Mac experience a bonus).
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• A hands‑on, proactive, and responsible approach.
• Right to work in the UK.

You’ll be joining a tight‑knit, supportive team where no two days are the same, which is perfect for someone who is motivated, organised, and passionate about food quality.

📢 Interested? Apply now!