Quality Assurance Specialist- Fish Industry

Vrieservice; Hessle; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a proactive and experienced QA Specialist to join their quality assurance team. The role involves ensuring high standards for pelagic fish products across international supply chains, conducting quality assessments, and improving existing systems. This position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth and international travel.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Company incentive scheme

Complimentary breakfasts on Mondays and Wednesdays

Hot lunch every Friday

Opportunities for career progression

Qualifications

• First-hand knowledge of pelagic fish types.
• Experience in a quality-focused role within the seafood industry.
• Strong communication skills and a strategic mindset.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and refine quality control procedures across the global transport and delivery chain.
• Conduct quality assessments of pelagic fish products.
• Support strategic development within the Quality Department.

Skills

Quality assurance

Communication

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

Manpower are delighted to be recruiting for an experienced, driven and knowledgeable QA Specialist to join a dynamic and forward-thinking team to ensure world-class standards across their global supply chain.

• Location: Humberside/ North Lincolnshire (with international travel as required)
• Full-Time | Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:30pm (Flexibility required to meet business needs)
  
  

About The Role

As a Quality Assurance Specialist, you'll play a pivotal role in maintaining and enhancing the quality of, mainly, pelagic fish products-from dock to distribution. Working across international supply routes, you'll ensure products consistently meet high standards, exceed customer expectations, and reduce post-sale escalations.

You Will

• Monitor and refine quality control procedures across the global transport and delivery chain.
• Conduct quality assessments of pelagic fish such as Ling, Mackerel, and Pollock; However, other types such as Tuna, Herring and Sardines will also be included.
• Evaluate and condition-score fish based on photographic evidence, both pre- and post-transportation.
• Support strategic development within the Quality Department to streamline processes and drive continuous improvement.
• Provide hands-on support during claims or issues, including out-of-hours and on-call availability when needed.
  
  

Who We're Looking For

We seek a proactive, detail-orientated and experienced QA professional with:

• First-hand knowledge of pelagic fish types and experience in a quality-focused role within the seafood industry.
• A strategic mindset with the ability to influence and improve existing systems.
• Strong communication skills and a diplomatic approach when working with global stakeholders. You'll be working very closely with a small team, directly with MD and clients on a global-scale.
• The flexibility to travel internationally and work outside of regular hours when business-critical situations arise. (Valid passport required)
  
  

Benefits

Joining a close knit, family-run business, you'll enjoy:

• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Company incentive scheme- based on business performance and reviewed annually.
• Complimentary breakfasts on Mondays and Wednesdays, and hot lunch every Friday
• Opportunities to grow and contribute to a forward-thinking business with global impact
  
  

If you have first-hand experience in a similar role, are ready to progress and looking for a career with clear progression routes, please apply online or contact the Manpower Grimsby Office on 01472 361616.