Quality Assurance Officer
JG Pears is one of the UK's leading processors of animal by-products and food waste. Pioneering environmentally aware practices since we started out in 1972, we play a vital role in the agricultural and food industries creating high-quality sustainable products like bio-fuels and pet food ingredients.
Location: JG Pears, Low Marnham, Nottinghamshire, NG23 6SP
Shift pattern: Full-time, 4 on 4 off, 12-hour shifts, working hours to be discussed during the interview stage. Occasional weekend or out-of-hours work may be required to support production or audits.
As a Quality Assurance Officer, you will play a vital role in maintaining the highest standards of product and process quality at JG Pears. Your focus will be on monitoring procedures, ensuring compliance with quality systems, and identifying opportunities for continual improvement. You will act as a key link between production teams, support functions, and senior management to uphold our reputation for excellence and ensure our products meet all customer and regulatory standards.
This is a hands-on role where you will conduct factory audits, document control, sample testing, and data analysis while contributing to a culture of continuous improvement and compliance.
Rewards
* Pay circa £29K per annum
* 20 days holiday entitlement, increasing with service
* Company pension
* Company sick pay scheme
* Electric Vehicle salary sacrifice
* Life Assurance
* Cycle to work scheme
* Occupational health
* Employee Assistance Program offering free, independent and confidential counselling and support, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
* JG Pears rewards (retail / restaurants / gym discounts)
* Financial education and guidance through external providers
* Introduce a friend reward £300
Responsibilities
* Assist in maintaining, monitoring, and developing quality systems within the factory, reporting findings to the Quality Manager/Head of SHEQ. Regularly review procedures in response to legislative changes and stakeholder requirements.
* Support compliance with legislation, environmental, and customer standards
* Monitor and report on product quality, including CCP compliance
* Conduct internal quality audits and inspections across factory processes
* Carry out daily factory walks and hygiene inspections
* Update and control quality documentation and records
* Collect, prepare, and submit product and swab samples
* Maintain quality control equipment and lab materials
* Support customer and authority audits by preparing documentation
* Address quality complaints and collaborate on corrective actions
* Train staff on quality standards and best practices
* Conduct validation checks (NIR scans, lab result verification)
* Drive cost savings and improvements in quality and performance
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve quality issues
* Actively participate in SHEQ culture and reporting (e.g. near misses, pest control)
Requirements
Essential:
* GCSEs or Diploma in a relevant field
* Good understanding of quality systems, documentation control, and audit readiness - Knowledge of HACCP, internal auditing, and QMS
* Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures and standards precisely
* Computer literate (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
* Good verbal and written communication skills
* Minimum 2 years' experience in a manufacturing or QA environment
* Understanding of regulatory and customer standards
* Ability to assess product quality and complete audits accurately
* Proactive, organised, and capable of working independently and in teams
* Enthusiastic about driving improvements and contributing to a positive work environment.
Desirable:
* HACCP Level 3, Food Hygiene Level 3
* Experience in FMCG or rendering industry
* Understanding of ISO9000, GMP+, BRC, APHA/DEFRA
* 3+ years in QA roles
* Internal Auditor certification
Due to the location of site, candidates must be able to drive.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From £29,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Cycle to work scheme
* Employee discount
* Free parking
* Life insurance
* On-site parking
* Sick pay
Application question(s):
* Due to the location of site, having your own transport is essential.
Can you confirm that you can drive/ can commute reliably?
* Do you have a good understanding of quality systems, documentation control, and audit readiness - Knowledge of HACCP, internal auditing, and QMS?
* Do you have minimum 2 years' experience in a manufacturing or QA environment?
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person