Location: Manchester, UKContract: Full Time, PermanentSalary: Up to £40k
Client Overview: Our client is a leading food company based in Manchester, dedicated to delivering high-quality meat products to their customers. They pride themselves on their commitment to excellence, innovation, and sustainability in the food industry.
Job Description: Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Quality Assurance Specialist with a focus on meat products. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that all meat products meet the highest standards of quality, safety, and regulatory compliance.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop, implement, and maintain quality assurance protocols and procedures for meat products.
- Conduct regular inspections and audits of meat processing facilities to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Monitor and analyze quality control data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
- Collaborate with production and supply chain teams to address quality issues and implement corrective actions.
- Ensure all meat products meet microbiological, chemical, and physical safety standards.
- Stay up-to-date with industry regulations and standards, and ensure the company’s compliance with all relevant laws and guidelines.
- Train and mentor staff on quality assurance practices and procedures.
- Prepare and present quality assurance reports to senior management.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Microbiology, or a related field would be beneficial.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in quality assurance within the food industry, with a focus on meat products.
- In-depth knowledge of food safety regulations, quality assurance standards, and industry best practices.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Proficiency in quality assurance software and tools.
Benefits:
- Up to£40k Salary.
- Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
- A supportive and collaborative work environment.
- Commitment to employee well-being and work-life balance.