Quality Control assistant

Frontline Recruitment Group; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing company is looking for a Quality Control Assistant to ensure food safety and quality standards within their operations. This full-time position involves performing quality checks, assisting with food safety systems, and working closely with production teams. Ideal candidates will have experience in quality control, a solid understanding of food safety standards, and excellent communication skills. Salary is up to £29,000 per year, with opportunities for training and career growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Opportunities for training and career development

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Previous experience in quality control within the food industry preferred.
• Good understanding of food safety standards and hygiene requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine quality checks on raw materials and finished goods.
• Assist with maintaining food safety and quality systems.
• Record and analyse quality data accurately.
• Support internal audits and investigations of quality issues.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Documentation skills

Problem-solving

Job description

Job Title: Quality Control Assistant

Industry: Food Manufacturing

Salary: Up to £29,000 per year

Location: Leicester

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Quality Control Assistant to join our growing team within the food industry. This role is key to ensuring our products consistently meet food safety, quality, and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out routine quality checks on raw materials, in-process products, and finished goods
• Assist with maintaining and improving food safety and quality systems (e.g. HACCP, BRC, ISO)
• Record, analyse, and report quality data accurately
• Support internal audits, inspections, and customer audits
• Investigate quality issues and assist with corrective and preventive actions
• Ensure compliance with food hygiene, safety, and company procedures
• Work closely with production teams to promote a strong quality culture

About You

• Previous experience in a quality control or quality assurance role within the food industry (preferred)
• Good understanding of food safety standards and hygiene requirementsStrong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Confident with documentation and basic data analysis
• Good communication skills and the ability to work well within a team
• A proactive approach to problem-solving

What We Offer

• Competitive salary of up to £29,000 per year
• Opportunities for training and career development
• A supportive and collaborative working environment
• The chance to work with a company committed to high-quality food products

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Work Location: In person