Quality Auditor

Reed Specialist Recruitment Ltd.; Kendal; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in the UK seeks a QA Auditor for a full-time position in Kendal. The role involves conducting compliance audits, testing products, and collaborating on quality issues. Candidates should have experience in quality assurance, a strong understanding of GMP, and excellent analytical skills. Benefits include a competitive salary of £33,017 and structured shifts with built-in breaks.

Benefits

Competitive salary package including shift premium

Structured shift pattern with built-in holiday breaks

Opportunities for professional growth

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in quality assurance or a related field.
• Strong understanding of Quality Management Systems and GMP.
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular audits to ensure compliance with Quality Management Systems and GMP.
• Identify non-conformances and assist operational teams in corrective actions.
• Perform scheduled and ad-hoc product testing to ensure compliance with quality standards.

Skills

Quality assurance experience

Understanding of Quality Management Systems

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Teamwork skills

Report writing skills

Aseptic techniques awareness

Education

BSc/MSc in Food Science

Job description

QA Auditor

• Annual Salary: £33,017 (including shift premium)
• Location: Kendal
• Job Type: Full-time, Shift Based

Join our team as a QA Auditor at our headquarters in Kendal. This full‑time role offers a competitive salary of £33,017 per annum, including a shift premium. The position involves working a 10‑week shift pattern, including 12‑hour day and night shifts, with a 2‑week holiday break within each rotation.

Day‑to‑day of the role:

• Conduct regular audits to ensure compliance with Quality Management Systems and GMP.
• Identify non‑conformances, provide objective evidence, and assist operational teams in corrective actions.
• Perform scheduled and ad‑hoc product testing to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Collaborate with the Quality Manager to investigate customer complaints and out‑of‑specification results.
• Perform traceability studies and ensure thorough investigations.
• Monitor and resolve supplier and factory non‑conformances.
• Ensure investigations are thorough, root causes are identified, and corrective actions are implemented effectively.
• Provide ongoing technical advice and support to factory teams to promote quality standards and resolve quality issues.
• Comply with safety procedures, including adopting safe working practices, wearing the required protective clothing, and using safety equipment appropriate to the role.
• Carry out environmental monitoring in line with a defined programme.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven experience in quality assurance or a related field.
• Strong understanding of Quality Management Systems and GMP.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Strong report writing and documentation skills.
• Awareness of aseptic techniques and how to minimise cross‑contamination.

Desirable:

• BSc/MSc in Food Science.
• Attention to detail and a methodical approach to work.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary package including shift premium.
• Structured shift pattern with built‑in holiday breaks.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Supportive team environment.

To apply for the QA Auditor position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.