Senior QA -Raw Meat

Aspire Recruitment; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Quality Assurance Manager in Greater Manchester to oversee quality control within the raw meat industry. This full-time role involves ensuring compliance with food safety standards such as HACCP and BRC, conducting audits, and maintaining detailed documentation. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in quality assurance and experience in food production. Working hours are flexible within business operating hours.

Qualifications

• Experience in the raw meat industry or food production.
• Strong understanding of HACCP and other food safety standards.
• Proven ability to maintain quality control systems.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Quality Control & Assurance

Strong knowledge of food safety standards

Audit readiness

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...