Quality Assurance Specialist - Fixed Term Contract

Prinova Global; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global supplier based in Greater London is seeking a Quality Assurance Specialist for a full-time role with a contract of 12-18 months. The successful candidate will ensure compliance with regulatory standards and drive continuous improvement initiatives within the company's quality processes. Ideal applicants should possess 5 years of experience in quality assurance or supplier quality, a strong understanding of food safety standards, and effective root cause analysis skills. Training opportunities and perks include health cash plans and subsidised gym memberships.

Benefits

Personal growth opportunities

Health Cash Plan

Subsidised gym membership

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in supplier quality or quality assurance in the ingredients distribution industry.
• Knowledge of industry standards including BRC, HACCP, and GMP.
• Experience conducting supplier audits and managing corrective action processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead investigations into non-conformances and write reports.
• Perform root cause analysis to determine impact and develop actions.
• Support site preparation for audits and ensure compliance with standards.
• Identify areas for improvement in operational quality processes.

Skills

Chinese language skills

Strong understanding of operational quality processes

Ability to conduct root cause analysis

Proven track record in investigations

Ability to work proactively in a fast-paced environment

Job description

Quality Assurance Specialist (Full-time, 12-18 months fixed term contract)

Hybrid - 2 Office days, Central London

Unlock your potential with Prinova

We are Prinova, a leading global supplier of ingredients and premix manufacturing solutions and trusted by the world’s best-known food, beverage, and nutrition brands.

Part of the NAGASE Group, our expertise lies in Ingredient Distribution, Manufacturing Solutions, and Customized Services. Our global network of colleagues, located in offices and manufacturing facilities around the world, deliver sustainable value-added solutions to our customers. We are recognized for our deep expertise, commitment to excellence, and bold innovation which have earned us a strong reputation as a trusted industry leader.

Wherever your career is headed, you’ll find direction, opportunity, and belonging with us.

What does a Quality Assurance Specialist mean at Prinova?

The role is within our Operational Quality team pillar and plays a vital role in maintaining and improving the quality and safety of products and processes within our ingredients’ distribution business, which also undertakes processing activities and co-manufacturing operations. This role is responsible for ensuring compliance with customer, regulatory and industry standards, supporting operational teams, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

What’s in it for you?

• Personal growth, including training and development opportunities
• Health Cash Plan
• Subsidised gym membership

What to expect?

Non-Conformance & Issue Resolution

• Lead investigations into non conformances (internal, supplier and customer-related) and write investigation reports
• Perform root cause analysis using industry standards, such as FMEA, 5Whys and Fishbone diagrams to determine scope/ impact and develop corrective/preventative actions
• Drive corrective and preventative actions and verify their effectiveness to prevent recurrence
• Perform risk assessment to determine the safety and efficacy of the product
• Support the handling and resolution of customer complaints, working cross-functionally to ensure timely responses
• Provide trend reports of quality events

Audit & Compliance

• Support site preparation for internal, customer and third-party audits (e.g. BRC, customer audits) and actively participate as required
• Ensure documentation and records are maintained and readily available
• Monitor operation compliance with relevant regulatory, food safety and customer-specific standards

Continuous Improvement & Training

• Identify areas for improvement within operational quality processes and support the implementation of enhanced controls and efficiencies
• Support process improvement initiatives to reduce waste, improve efficiency and enhance product quality. Supplier & Co-Manufacturing Support
• Support the quality assessment and approval of supplier services (Warehouses, processors and contract manufacturers/packagers)
• Monitor the performance of suppliers and improvement initiatives as required

Cross-functional Support

• Collaborate with Product Managers, Commercial, and Supply Chain teams to align on quality expectations and ensure a seamless supply of quality-assured products

Does this sound like you?

• Chinese language skills are highly desirable
• Strong understanding of operational quality processes, food safety standards and industry best practices
• Ability to conduct effective root cause analysis and manage CAPAs
• Proven track record in investigations, collaborative approach to problem solving, and cross-functional communication
• Ability to work proactively, prioritise tasks and adapt to a fast-paced environment
• 5 years of experience in supplier quality, quality assurance within ingredients distributions or the manufacturing industry
• Knowledge of industry standards and regulations, including BRC, HACCP, and GMP
• Experience conducting supplier audits and managing corrective action processes

Interested? We would love to hear from you.

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