Specification and Non-Conformance Coordinator

Aqumen Business Solutions Ltd; Goole; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing business in Goole is seeking a Specification & Non-Conformance Coordinator. You will ensure product quality and food safety, manage specifications, and coordinate non-conformance investigations. Ideal candidates will have experience in a QA role and knowledge of HACCP. This role offers an opportunity to be part of a collaborative team focused on quality and growth.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a QA or specification-based role within food manufacturing.
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Confident communicator with the ability to collaborate across departments.

Responsibilities

• Create, review, and maintain ingredient and product specifications and datasheets.
• Coordinate non-conformance investigations for customer complaints and audits.
• Participate in change management and internal audit activities.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Data management

Education

Experience in QA or specification role

Knowledge of HACCP and food safety systems

Job description

Overview

Specification & Non-Conformance (NC) Coordinator – Goole
£28,000 – £31,000 per annum

This is a Maternity Cover Vacancy

About the Role

Aqumen Recruitment is proud to be supporting a leading food manufacturing business in Goole in the search for a Specification & Non-Conformance (NC) Coordinator.

In this key technical role, you’ll play a vital part in ensuring product quality, food safety, and customer satisfaction. You’ll be responsible for maintaining and managing product and ingredient specifications, coordinating non-conformance investigations, and supporting continuous improvement within the technical and quality functions.

Responsibilities

• Create, review, and maintain all ingredient, product, packaging, and ancillary item specifications and data sheets.
• Maintain accurate documentation and specification registers.
• Manage updates to customers, including questionnaires, certifications, and documentation.
• Coordinate non-conformance investigations for customer complaints, audits, and quality notifications.
• Produce non-conformance trend data and KPI reports.
• Handle routine customer enquiries and escalate as needed.
• Participate in change management and internal audit activities.
• Support quality and hygiene audits, and assist in cross-functional technical projects.
• Provide cover for QA and vendor approval roles as required.

About You

• Previous experience in a QA or specification-based role within food manufacturing (or a related sector).
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Confident communicator with the ability to collaborate across departments.
• Knowledge of HACCP and food safety systems (qualifications an advantage).
• Proficient in data management and report preparation.

Why Apply?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected and growing manufacturer where quality and people are at the heart of the business. You’ll be part of a friendly, collaborative technical team and have genuine opportunities to develop your skills and career.

Interested?
Apply today or contact Aqumen Recruitment for a confidential discussion about this opportunity.

Aqumen Business Solutions is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.