Senior QA -Raw Meat

Aspire Recruitment; Bolton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food safety recruitment firm is seeking a Senior Quality Assurance Manager in Greater Manchester. This role involves overseeing quality control for meat processing, ensuring compliance with food safety regulations, and maintaining accurate documentation. The ideal candidate will drive quality standards and liaise with production and regulatory teams. Experience in quality assurance related to food safety is essential. This full-time position offers flexible hours within business operating times.

Qualifications

• Experience in quality assurance roles related to food safety.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations (e.g., HACCP, BRC, ISO 22000).
• Strong analytical and inspection skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee quality checks on raw materials and finished goods.
• Ensure compliance with food safety authorities and standards.
• Maintain accurate quality documentation and reports.

Skills

Quality Control

Regulatory Compliance

Analytical Skills

Job description

Job Description

Senior QA Job Description : Raw Meat Industry

Job Title : Senior Quality Assurance Manager

Location : Greater Manchester

Reports To : Director

Job Type : Full-Time, Monday to Friday, 7:00am 4:00pm (flexible within business operating hours of 5:00am 6:00pm)

Position Summary

The Senior QA Specialist is responsible for supporting the development, implementation, and maintenance of the site's food safety and quality management systems. This role ensures all meat processing activities comply with internal quality standards, national food safety laws (e.g., USDA / FDA / BRC), and customer specifications. The successful candidate will be a key liaison with production teams and regulatory agents, driving a culture of quality and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Quality Control & Assurance : Oversee and conduct daily inspections and quality checks on raw materials, in-process products, and finished goods to ensure adherence to specifications and hygiene standards.
• Compliance & Audits : Ensure full compliance with all relevant food safety authorities and international standards (e.g., HACCP, GMP, BRC, ISO 22000). Prepare for and actively participate in internal, third-party, and regulatory audits.

Documentation & Reporting : Maintain accurate and up-to-date quality and compliance documentation...