MTrecs new career opportunity Our client are specialists in their market sector, they are looking for a Quality Assistant to join them on a permanent basis. The Job youll do Ensure that the output from Production meets all company and customer quality requirements and standards. Provide support, guidance and training as required to operational teams (e.g., Sensory training, Basic Food Hygiene). Plan, prepare and conduct audits on the Quality Management and Food Safety (HACCP) systems ensuring that appropriate corrective actions are identified, implemented and re-audited. Ensure that all equipment and services required for quality purposes are maintained, and calibrated. Ensure routine microbiological analysis on plant, raw materials and finished products Maintain quality consumables on site within the agreed annual budget. Support and co-ordinate trials, as required, of new products, materials, and processes Assist the drive for continuous improvement ensuring that quality and food safety standards are driven forward using the most cost-effective methods. Represent the site as required on quality issues with customers, suppliers and statutory bodies as well as relevant site meetings. Coach the shift production teams against the quality framework standards and be an ambassador for the quality department. The Person The key skills and qualities of a successful Quality Assistant are: Proven communication skills with ability to flex styles to differing individual needs. Sound knowledge of food production process and legislation is essential. HACCP intermediate level essential. Competent computer skills required, Excel an advantage. Running and supplying reports to represent trending and analysis. Proven experience in food safety management and auditing. Well-developed interpersonal skills, specifically relationship building, facilitation, written / verbal communication is essential. Strong leadership skills. Experience of working with in an FMCG environment preferably within a Quality function. Experience in developing, implementation and maintenance of food quality management and auditing. Willingness to live and breathe the company values. 5 years relevant industry experience or a relevant degree or equivalent. Intermediate Food Hygiene desirable. Lead Auditor trained is advantageous but not essential. The Rewards and the Benefits Life insurance. Health cash plan (employer funded). Company events. Company pension. Employee discounts off Company product. Employee referral scheme. Sports and Social activities. Employee of the month/year scheme. Enhanced sick pay. Enhanced family policy. Employee Assistance Programme. Cycle to work initiatives. Long service awards. Annual leave of 24 days plus your birthday off! Plus the bank holidays Paid volunteering leave. Compassionate bereavement policy. Holiday purchase scheme.