Job Title: QA Auditor/Assistant
Location: Derby (DE24)
Pay Rate: £12.98 per hour
Job Type: Temporary (6 months) with potential for a permanent role
Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday (8am to 5pm) — occasional weekend work may be required
About the Role:
We are hiring a QA Auditor/Assistant for a well-known brand in the food industry based in Derby. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in Quality Assurance, ensuring food safety and product quality through routine checks and collaboration with the production team.
Please note: This role involves working in a cold environment and requires handling raw meat products, including pork, beef, and poultry.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct QA and QC checks, including temperature, weight, and cleaning checks.
- Ensure food safety controls are monitored and maintained.
- Support the investigation of customer complaints and process issues.
- Assist in maintaining food safety certifications (BRC, Red Tractor).
- Work closely with production teams to uphold quality standards.
- Participate in product tastings as part of quality checks.
About You:
- Previous experience in food manufacturing or Quality Assurance is desirable.
- Knowledge of food safety systems (HACCP, BRC) is a plus.
- Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
- Good communication and IT skills.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary with potential for a permanent position.
- Opportunity to work with a reputable food industry brand.
- Supportive team and professional growth opportunities.
- Pension scheme.
- Free on-site parking.
- Canteen facilities.
- Discount on meat products.
- Free hot drinks.
If you are passionate about food safety and quality and want to be part of a dynamic team, we would love to hear from you! Apply now to start your journey with us.
How to Apply:
If you believe that your skills and experience match what we are looking for apply now or submit a CV now and someone from the team will contact you.
This job is commutable from the following areas Derby, Nottingham, Burton and surrounding areas.