Noble Foods Home of the Happy Egg Co.
Noble Foods is a family-owned company which began in 1920 and includes successful milling, poultry, agriculture, and consumer foods businesses. Within this, Noble Foods owns several successful brands, including the UK’s biggest free-range egg brand the Happy Egg Co., Big & Fresh and Purely Organic. In a recent survey by Best Companies we were rated as one of the Top 10 companies to work for in the Food and Drink industry.
About the Role
We’re looking for a detail-focused Quality Auditor to join our Added Value team in Leicester. In this role, you’ll play a key part in ensuring our products meet the highest standards of quality, food safety, and compliance.
You’ll work closely with operations and technical teams to maintain an audit-ready environment, support continuous improvement, and uphold customer and regulatory standards.
Shift Pattern: Sunday - Thursday / Working hours: Sunday 06:00-14:30 Monday - Thursday 08:00-16:30
Salary: £29,707.26
Location: Ratby Lane - Leicester
Key Responsibilities
* Carry out audits against QMS, GMP, HACCP, and food safety standards
* Identify and raise non-conformances, supporting corrective actions and follow-ups
* Ensure all quality documentation is accurate, complete, and up to date
* Conduct sampling and testing (microbiological, chemical, water, and swabbing)
* Liaise with external laboratories and manage sample submissions and results
* Support NPD trials, pre-productions, and product launches
* Provide technical guidance and support to operational teams
* Assist with customer complaint investigations
* Prepare and facilitate taste panels, reporting results clearly
* Perform validation and verification checks on CCPs and food safety controls
* Calibrate measurement equipment in line with schedules
* Maintain site standards to ensure continuous audit readiness
* Identify inefficiencies and recommend improvements
Health & Safety Responsibilities
* Follow all company Health & Safety procedures at all times
* Maintain a clean and safe working environment (“clean-as-you-go”)
* Ensure walkways, fire exits, and safety equipment remain unobstructed
* Report accidents, near-misses, and equipment issues immediately
* Use equipment safely and wear appropriate PPE as required
What We’re Looking For
* Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
* Good communication and teamwork skills
* Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment
* Knowledge or experience in food safety, HACCP, or auditing (preferred)
* Flexible and adaptable to changing business needs
Training & Development
You’ll be supported with training relevant to the role, which may include:
* Health & Safety
* HACCP & Food Hygiene
* Internal Auditing
* Manual Handling
* Safe Systems of Work
* Equipment operation (e.g., pallet trucks)
Physical Requirements
This role involves:
* Manual handling
* Bending and working in confined spaces
* Being on your feet for extended periods
A reasonable level of fitness is required.
What can we offer you?
* Free hot drinks on shift
* Service Awards
* Enhanced paternity and maternity
* Free life insurance
* Enhanced Sick Pay Scheme
* Access to Perkbox with a variety of discounts including a monthly freebie from Greggs or Café Nero
* Discounted eggs and chicken
* A Celebration day after 1 years service enjoy an extra day off to celebrate a life event, such as your birthday
* Access to DigiCare + - Annual Health Check, Digital GP Consultations, Nutritional Consultations, Second Health Opinion and Mental Health Consultations.
* Discounted Gym Memberships
* Free Eye Test every two years
* Discounted mobile phone contracts
* Share in our success with the People Partnership - after 6 months service you will be eligible for a yearly bonus
* Additional Allowances for First Aiders and Mental Health First Aiders
* Wellness programme
* Employee Charity Matching Scheme
We believe the most successful teams are formed from a diverse talent pool and we strive to employ a wide variety of individuals in our business, selecting the best qualified person for each role regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or any other protected characteristics.
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