Noble Foods Home of the Happy Egg Co. is a family-owned company that has been operating since 1920, offering milling, poultry, agriculture, and consumer foods. Our brands include the UK’s biggest free‑range egg brand the Happy Egg Co., Big & Fresh, and Purely Organic.
About the Role
We’re looking for a detail‑focused Quality Auditor to join our Added Value team in Leicester. In this role you will play a key part in ensuring that our products meet the highest standards of quality, food safety, and compliance. You will work closely with operations and technical teams to maintain an audit‑ready environment, support continuous improvement, and uphold customer and regulatory standards.
Shift Pattern
Monday – Friday, 14:00 – 22:00
Salary
£13.59
Location
Hilltop Road – 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
Training relevant to the role may include:
* Health & Safety
* HACCP & Food Hygiene
* Internal Auditing
* Manual Handling
* Safe Systems of Work
* Equipment operation (e.g., pallet trucks)
Physical Requirements
* Manual handling
* Bending and working in confined spaces
* Being on your feet for extended periods
A reasonable level of fitness is required.
Why Join Us?
You’ll be part of a collaborative team committed to maintaining high‑quality standards and continuous improvement. This is a great opportunity to grow your career in a dynamic food production environment.
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.
Benefits
* Free hot drinks on shift
* Service Awards
* Enhanced paternity and maternity
* Free life insurance
* Enhanced Sick Pay Scheme
* Access to Perkbox with discounts and a monthly freebie from Greggs or Café Nero
* Discounted eggs and chicken
* A celebration day after 1 year’s 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
* 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
If you consider yourself to require reasonable adjustments to any part of our recruitment process, we invite you to share those requirements with us when completing your application.
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