Raw Materials Quality Assurance

The Compleat Food Group; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary Sacrifice Schemes

20 days annual leave + 8 holidays

Retail discounts

Free product handouts

Wellbeing resources

EV charging points

Job summary

The Compleat Food Group is seeking a proactive Raw Material Quality Auditor to join our Technical team in Bristol. You will help ensure incoming ingredients and packaging meet quality, safety and regulatory standards.

You will audit storage, test materials, and support corrective actions, working closely with Operations and Technical teams to uphold high quality and compliance across products and brands.

Qualifications

• Experience in a food manufacturing, quality assurance or technical environment.
• Knowledge of food safety, GMP and allergen management.
• Understanding of non-conformance reporting and corrective actions.
• Basic microbiological awareness and knowledge of food safety principles.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Inspect incoming raw materials and packaging against supplier specs.
• Audit storage areas and ensure GMP and hygiene standards.
• Identify non-conformances and drive corrective actions with suppliers and teams.
• Check temperature-controlled storage areas and equipment.
• Collect samples and follow testing procedures for safety and legality of products.
• Maintain accurate records and support traceability for audits.
• Communicate quality findings and trends across the business.
• Look for smarter, safer, more efficient ways of working.

Skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Decision making

Adaptable

Education

GCSE education

Level 3 Food Safety

Level 2 Health & Safety

Internal Auditor training

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Salary: £14.40 per hour or £29,952 per annum (plus overtime outside of normal shift)

At The Compleat Food Group, we’re passionate about creating delicious food that brings people together. Quality is at the heart of everything we do, and we’re looking for a proactive, enthusiastic and detail-oriented Raw Material Quality Auditor to join our Technical team in Bristol.

This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in ensuring that the ingredients and packaging entering our factory meet the highest standards of quality, safety and compliance.

Job Title: Raw Material Quality Auditor

Shift Pattern: Tuesday to Saturday with flexible hours between 07:30 and 17:00

Location: Unit 4, Bristol Distribution Park, Hawkley Drive, Woodlands Road, Bradley Stoke, Bristol BS320BF

Salary: £14.40 per hour or £29,952 per annum (plus overtime outside of normal shift)

About The Compleat Food Group

At The Compleat Food Group, we’re proud to be a food business built on purpose and passion. Formed in 2021, we’re on a mission to createFood to Feel Good – great quality, tasty and affordable food that people love to eat.

We’re home to some of the UK’s most exciting and loved food brands, includingWall’s Pastry, Pork Farms, Wrights, The Real Yorkshire Pudding Co., unearthed, Vadasz, Squeaky Bean, Palace Culture, andHarvey & Brockless. Alongside our branded portfolio, we’re a leading supplier of delicious own-label pastry, sweet bakery, party food, olives and antipasti, added-value egg products, continental meats, dips and sauces and plant-based food to the UK’s major retailers, as well as across foodservice.

Withover 6,000 talented colleagues across 17 sites, and an annual turnover of £1.3bn, we’re united by a shared ambition to shape the future of food for the better.

What you'll be doing

As our Raw Material Quality Auditor, you'll be one of the first lines of defence in protecting our product quality. You'll work closely with our Operations and Technical teams to make sure everything coming into our site is up to standard.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Checking quality from the start: Inspecting and verifying incoming raw materials and packaging against agreed supplier specifications.
• Keeping standards high: Auditing storage areas and ensuring food safety, hygiene and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) procedures are followed.
• Spotting and solving problems: Identifying non-conformances, working with suppliers and internal teams, and ensuring corrective actions are completed.
• Monitoring temperatures: Checking temperature-controlled storage areas, fridges and equipment to ensure products are kept in the right conditions.
• Supporting food safety: Collecting samples and following testing procedures to help protect the quality, safety and legality of our products.
• Being audit-ready: Maintaining accurate records, supporting traceability and helping the team prepare for internal and external audits.
• Working together: Communicating quality findings, trends and concerns to colleagues across the business.
• Driving improvements: Looking for smarter, safer and more efficient ways of working while maintaining our high standards.

What we're looking for

We're looking for someone who takes pride in their work, enjoys problem-solving and understands why quality matters in food manufacturing.

Ideally, you'll bring:

• Previous experience in a food manufacturing, quality assurance or technical environment.
• Good knowledge of food safety, GMP and allergen management.
• An understanding of non-conformance reporting and corrective actions.
• Basic microbiological awareness and knowledge of food safety principles.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
• Confidence using Microsoft Office and maintaining accurate records.
• Great communication skills and a positive, team-focused attitude.
• The ability to think on your feet, make decisions and adapt to changing priorities.
• GCSE-level education (or equivalent), including good literacy and numeracy skills.

It would be great if you also have:

• Level 3 Food Safety qualification.
• Level 2 Health & Safety qualification.
• Internal Auditor training or experience.

Why Join Us?

At The Compleat Food Group, we believe our people are the heart of our success. That’s why we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your lifestyle, wellbeing, and career growth:

• Salary Sacrifice Schemes – including Electric Vehicles, Home & Tech, Cycle to Work, and SMART Pension
• 20 days’ annual leave plus 8 bank holidays with the option to purchase extra
• Access to enhanced retail discounts online and in-store
• Free product handouts across our sites, so you can sample and enjoy our delicious products first hand
• EV charging points – available at selected sites
• 24/7 access to GroceryAid for free financial, emotional, and practical support
• Physical Wellbeing Hub – free on-demand exercise classes, gym discounts
• Free diet & nutrition advice with access to thousands of healthy recipes
• Online wellbeing support – from mindfulness to lifestyle resources
• Financial wellbeing tools – including mortgage calculators, budgeting tools, and financial aid
• Access to a personalised online learning platform (LMS)
• Formal and informal training opportunities tailored to your role
• Performance Development Plans and regular Career Conversations
• Company Mentoring Scheme to add depth and really support your career journey
• Recognition through Club Compleat rewards

Community & Culture

• 2 paid volunteering days per year to give back to causes that matter to you
• Charity initiatives and fundraising events
• Team socials to connect and celebrate together
• Employee networks & support groups – including Women @ Compleat
• New baby gift for new parents

What You Should Know About How We Recruit

At The Compleat Food Group, we believe great teams are built on difference. We create an inclusive, respectful environment where everyone feels safe, supported, and are able to be themselves at work.

We’re proud to be an equal opportunities employer and are committed to Fairness, Equity, Inclusivity, and Respect. If you need a reasonable adjustment at any stage of our recruitment process, just let us know, we’ll support you — confidentially and with care.

We hire the best people for our roles, not the same people. Whoever you are, wherever you’re from, we focus on what you do and the impact you could make in our business. Our recruitment process is fair, accessible, and designed to give everyone an equal chance.

You’ll also find benefits that support people at every life stage, plus active internal networks — including Women @ Compleat, LGBTQIA+, and Neurodiversity

Recruitment Agencies:

We have a small, active and trusted Preferred Supplier List to assist us if required. We do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions. We only accept CV submissions for roles released to you directly by our Talent Acquisition team.

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