Senior QA Lead - Food Supplements, On-Site Parking

Supplement Factory; Ashford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nutritional supplement manufacturer in Ashford is seeking a Senior Quality Assurance Officer. This role involves maintaining quality standards, conducting internal audits, and supporting the Quality Management System. The ideal candidate will have a science degree and experience in quality roles within a factory environment. This position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for career progression within a supportive workplace.

Benefits

Company pension

On-site parking

Full training and continuous professional development

Opportunities for career progression

Supportive workplace culture

Qualifications

• Experience in a Quality role within a factory environment (food, cosmetics, or pharmaceuticals preferred).
• Experience with certification audits or major retailer (Big 4) audits is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Conduct internal audits to ensure compliance with company and regulatory standards.
• Approve and release finished products for distribution.
• Perform weekly GMP and Hygiene audits across production areas.
• Review and approve manufacturing documents.
• Support the Head of Technical, Quality & Regulatory in managing the Quality Management System (QMS).
• Act as audit lead during customer and certification audits.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to manage competing priorities

Proactive team-focused attitude

Education

Degree in a science-based discipline

Tools

HACCP Level 2

Internal Auditor training

Job description

A leading nutritional supplement manufacturer in Ashford is seeking a Senior Quality Assurance Officer. This role involves maintaining quality standards, conducting internal audits, and supporting the Quality Management System. The ideal candidate will have a science degree and experience in quality roles within a factory environment. This position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for career progression within a supportive workplace.