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Product is at the heart of everything we do here at Protein Works - innovating at pace is fundamental to our success and we pride ourselves on having the highest industry standards for product quality. To achieve this, we must push beyond the basics and challenge ourselves at every opportunity. Product Excellence is a Protein Works initiative which sets the bar higher than ever - and we need your help!
As Product Excellence Specialist you’ll be at the forefront of all things product. You will act as the guardian of high quality and ensure that every product leaving our manufacturing facility meets our high standards and that all raw materials are meticulously evaluated before entering. Working collaboratively with the Quality, and NPD teams, you’ll drive quality from inception to final production - making sure we get it right the first time. You will also proactively support our operations by leading continuous improvement activities.
Here are some of the key activities you will be involved in from day one;
Quality Evaluations: Conduct thorough organoleptic, physical, and analytical assessments on products produced both internally and externally, ensuring they meet defined quality standards.
Raw Material Verification: Collaborate closely with the SQA team to inspect and positively release incoming raw materials, confirming they meet agreed specifications.
New Product Development: Work with the NPD team to oversee production trials and verify that new products are manufactured precisely to specification.
Continuous Improvement: Partner with various operational teams to initiate and implement improvement projects that enhance product quality .
Data Management & Analysis: Maintain detailed records and perform trend analyses to identify areas for quality improvement.
Auditing: Execute regular audits to verify that quality standards are consistently upheld across all departments.
Issue Resolution: Lead follow-up investigations into non-conforming products and ingredients, developing and implementing effective corrective actions.
Cross-Functional Support: Provide quality assurance expertise to support other business areas as needed.
You’re Naturally Like This…
You have strong attention to detail
You love food and have experience taking protein shakes and other food supplements
You are a highly enthusiastic and a lover of improving and developing new ways of working
You are an avid self-learner and teacher
You place high value on delivering business impact, and creating robust processes
You are an uncommonly fast learner
Non-Negotiables
You do not have any food allergies or intolerances
You have a strong pallet and are passionate about trying different supplements
Highly organised and excellent verbal and written skills
Computer literacy with the ability to work with various Microsoft programs
Experience working in a food manufacturing environment
Experience in QA/QC
Basic food safety and HACCP Certification
Experience with conducting sensory evaluations
Internal auditor training
Join Protein Works: Home of the Best Shakes on the Planet
Protein Works is a multi-award-winning healthy food brand based in the Northwest.
Our mission is simple: to help people live healthier & happier lives through the power of nutrition.
We employ 170 people across product development, manufacturing, logistics, and head office, all working towards one goal: creating premium, nutrition-packed products at unbeatable value. Our range includes protein shakes, meal shakes, wellness supplements, and high-protein snacks, all crafted for incredible taste and top-tier nutrition.
With over 350 million shakes sold worldwide, Protein Works is one of Europe’s fastest-growing food and beverage brands. We’re obsessed with excellence and innovation, helping over 2 million customers on their journey to better health.
Free drinks and snacks
Cycle to work scheme
Hybrid working: WFH on Fridays
25 days holiday + all bank holidays
Staff socials and events
Fantastic Bonus Scheme
Seniority level Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Employment type Full-time
Job function Job function Manufacturing and Quality Assurance
Industries Food and Beverage Services and Food and Beverage Manufacturing
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