Quality Assurance Coordinator

Zest Food Jobs; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food business seeks a proactive Quality Co-Ordinator to enhance food safety and quality standards within their technical team. This role involves leading a team, overseeing audits, and driving compliance while ensuring continuous improvement. Ideal candidates will have supervisory experience and a strong passion for quality in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 1+ year’s supervisory experience in a food manufacturing environment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and databases, especially Excel.
• Strong understanding of food safety legislation, audit standards, and GMP.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the QA team, ensuring high-performance standards.
• Oversee food safety checks and audits for compliance.
• Drive product quality through continuous monitoring and improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Food Safety

Communication

Problem Solving

Detail Orientation

Organizational Skills

Education

Level 2 Food Safety

HACCP Certification

Job description

This range is provided by Zest Food Jobs. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

A leading food business is on the lookout for a proactive, detail-driven Quality Co-Ordinator to join their technical team!

If you’ve got a sharp eye for standards, a passion for food safety, and the confidence to lead from the front — this could be your next big move.

You’ll be a key player in upholding and advancing food safety, quality, hygiene, and compliance standards. You’ll take charge of the QA team, oversee internal audits, troubleshoot non-conformances, and keep systems running smoothly. This is a hands-on role where no two days look the same — so if you're someone who thrives in a busy environment and enjoys leading by example – we’d love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the QA team — coaching, rota planning, and performance reviews

• Oversee audits, food safety checks, and GMP compliance

• Drive product quality through effective monitoring, reporting, and continuous improvement

• Own and update food safety documentation, SOPs, and training materials

• Liaise closely with production and hygiene to ensure top-tier standards across the site

• Take the lead on data analysis and trend reporting — you'll know what’s happening before anyone else does

• Support internal training and help embed a culture of quality across the business

What You’ll Need:

• 1+ year’s supervisory experience in a food manufacturing environment

• Level 2 Food Safety and HACCP

• A hands-on attitude with the confidence to coach and support others

• Strong understanding of food safety legislation, audit standards and GMP

• Proficient with Microsoft Office and databases (especially Excel)

• Ability to analyse problems, find root causes and take action

• Great communicator with a sharp eye for detail and excellent organisation skills

This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a visible, impactful role with a food manufacturer that’s serious about quality and team development. You’ll be working with a supportive leadership team in a fast-paced environment, with plenty of scope to grow your own skills while making a real difference on site.

This role is not eligible for sponsorship. Candidates must have full right to work in the UK with no current or future restrictions.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Quality Assurance

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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