Quality Engineer - Food Industry

GI Group Main Account; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for a Quality Engineer in Liverpool, specializing in the food industry. This essential role ensures compliance with food safety standards and quality control processes. Candidates must hold a HACCP Level 4 qualification and have extensive experience leading audits and quality management. This position offers a salary up to £55,000, bonuses, holidays, and career progression opportunities. An immediate start is available.

Benefits

Salary up to £55,000

Bonus up to 8%

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Immediate start available

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• HACCP Level 4 qualification with industry experience.
• Experienced in leading internal and external audits.
• Strong communication skills essential.
• PCQI Certificate preferred.
• Extensive background in Quality Management.
• Able to perform effectively under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Act as the face and leader for food safety matters and compliance.
• Conduct self-inspections to maintain standards.
• Build relationships to support food safety initiatives.
• Identify and address process or product gaps.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
• Evaluate products from a food safety perspective.

Skills

HACCP Level 4 qualification

Strong communication skills

Audit leading experience

Quality Management

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

Role: Quality Engineer - Food Industry

Location: Liverpool

Salary: £55,000

Hours: 42 hours per week / Monday to Friday / Days

The Role

GI Pro is recruiting for a Food Safety Specialist to join our manufacturing team based in Liverpool. This is a key role focused on quality control and ensuring compliance with internal and external food safety standards.

• Act as the face and leader for all food safety matters, driving quality and compliance.
• Conduct self-inspections to maintain high standards of work.
• Build strong relationships internally and externally to challenge and support food safety initiatives.
• Identify and address gaps in processes, products, or standards that could impact your department.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
• Evaluate products from a food safety perspective during development phases or when changes are introduced.

Person Specification

• HACCP Level 4 qualification with relevant industry experience.
• Highly experienced in leading audits (internal and external).
• Strong communication skills.
• PCQI Certificate preferred.
• Extensive background in Quality Management.
• Ability to perform effectively under pressure in performance-driven environments.

Benefits

• Salary: Up to £55,000 per annum.
• Bonus: Up to 8% per annum (subject to targets).
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays.
• Immediate start available.
• Opportunities for career progression.

Should you require any support or assistance on your application, please contact your local Gi Group office directly.