Quality Assurance Technician

Reed Specialist Recruitment Ltd.; Bradford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Quality Assurance Professional to join a client in Bradford. The role demands high standards in quality and compliance within the food or packaging sectors, focusing on continuous improvement. The successful candidate will have experience with industry standards such as BRCGS and ISO and will be responsible for developing QA procedures and supporting audits.

Qualifications

• Experience in the food or packaging industries is essential.
• Knowledge of relevant standards such as BRCGS and ISO is required.
• Experience in conducting audits and inspections.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement QA procedures compliant with various standards.
• Conduct internal audits and manage supplier quality relationships.
• Support customer and third-party audits.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Continuous Improvement

Root Cause Analysis

Microsoft Office

Education

HACCP Level 3

Food Safety/Hygiene Level 2

Internal Auditing Qualifications

Job description

Quality Assurance Professional

• Location: Bradford
• Job Type: Full-time
• Salary: Dependent on experience

We are seeking a dedicated Quality Assurance Professional who thrives in ensuring high standards of quality and compliance in the food or packaging industries. This role requires an individual who can work both independently and as part of a team, consistently demonstrating a commitment to continuous improvement and high-quality standards.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Develop, implement, and maintain QA procedures in line with the requirements of BRCGS Packaging Materials Standard, ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, SEDEX, EcoVadis, SBTi, and other relevant standards.
• Conduct internal audits, glass inspections, and GMP inspections to ensure compliance with all regulations and standards.
• Support in customer and third-party audits, ensuring all quality requirements are met.
• Handle customer information requests promptly and accurately.
• Manage relationships with suppliers and service providers to ensure they meet our quality standards.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience in the food or packaging industries.
• Knowledge of BRCGS Packaging Materials Standard, ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015.
• Familiarity with SEDEX, EcoVadis, SBTi, and other ESG-related areas.
• Proficient in conducting Root Cause Analysis using methods like 5-why's.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Qualifications in Internal Auditing, HACCP Level 3, and Food Safety/Hygiene Level 2.