Quality Assurance Officer

Questech Recruitment Ltd; Sutton-on-Trent CP; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A successful manufacturing company in Sutton-on-Trent seeks a Quality Assurance Officer. In this hands-on role, you will conduct factory audits, ensure compliance with quality standards, and collaborate with production teams. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years experience in a QA environment and possess strong attention to detail. The role offers a salary of £29,983 plus benefits, including a company pension and holiday entitlement.

Benefits

20 days holiday entitlement

Company pension

Company sick pay scheme

Life Assurance

Cycle to work scheme

Employee Assistance Program

Electric Vehicle salary sacrifice

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a manufacturing or QA environment.
• Full UK driving licence and own transport required.
• Knowledge of HACCP, internal auditing, and QMS.

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining and developing quality systems within the factory.
• Conduct internal quality audits and inspections.
• Monitor product quality and CCP compliance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Quality system understanding

Computer literate (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Education

HACCP Level 3

Food Hygiene Level 3

Job description

Overview

Our client is a successful and well-established manufacturer, they are looking for a Quality Assurance Officer to join their team. You will play a vital role in maintaining the highest standards of product and process quality. Your focus will be on monitoring procedures, ensuring compliance with quality systems, and identifying opportunities for continual improvement. You will act as a key link between production teams, support functions, and senior management to uphold our reputation for excellence and ensure our products meet all customer and regulatory standards.

This is a hands-on role where you will conduct factory audits, document control, sample testing, and data analysis while contributing to a culture of continuous improvement and compliance.

Shift pattern: 4 on 4 off, 12-hour shifts, Days only (working hours to be discussed during the interview stage, an example would be 7am-7pm). Occasional weekend or out-of-hours work may be required to support production or audits.

Salary: £29,983

PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU MEET THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS:

Essential

• Due to the location of site, you must have a full UK driving licence and your own transport.
• Minimum 2 years\' experience in a manufacturing or QA environment.
• Good understanding of quality systems, documentation control, and audit readiness.
• Knowledge of HACCP, internal auditing, and QMS.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures and standards precisely, with good communication skills.
• Computer literate (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Understanding of regulatory and customer standards.
• Ability to assess product quality and complete audits accurately.
• Proactive, organised, and capable of working independently and in teams.

Desirable

• HACCP Level 3, Food Hygiene Level 3
• Experience in FMCG or rendering industry
• Understanding of ISO9000, GMP+, BRC, APHA/DEFRA
• 3+ years in QA roles
• Internal Auditor certification

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining, monitoring, and developing quality systems within the factory, reporting findings to the Quality Manager/Head of SHEQ. Regularly review procedures in response to legislative changes and stakeholder requirements.
• Support compliance with legislation, environmental, and customer standards
• Monitor and report on product quality, including CCP compliance
• Conduct internal quality audits and inspections across factory processes
• Carry out daily factory walks and hygiene inspections
• Update and control quality documentation and records
• Collect, prepare, and submit product and swab samples
• Maintain quality control equipment and lab materials
• Support customer and authority audits by preparing documentation
• Address quality complaints and collaborate on corrective actions
• Train staff on quality standards and best practices
• Conduct validation checks (NIR scans, lab result verification)
• Drive cost savings and improvements in quality and performance
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve quality issues
• Actively participate in SHEQ culture and reporting (e.g. near misses, pest control)

Benefits

• 20 days holiday entitlement, increasing with service
• Company pension
• Company sick pay scheme
• Electric Vehicle salary sacrifice
• Life Assurance
• Cycle to work scheme
• Occupational health
• Employee Assistance Program offering free, independent and confidential counselling and support, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
• Rewards scheme (retail / restaurants / gym discounts)
• Financial education and guidance through external providers
• Introduce a friend reward £300

This role would suit someone with previous experience as a QA Officer / QC Officer / Quality Control Officer / Quality Controller / Quality Control Assistant / Quality Assurance Assistant / Quality Advisor / QA Technician / QC Technician / Quality Engineer / QA Inspector / QC Inspector / similar