Kickstart Your Career as a Trainee Lead Auditor!
Location: Doncaster | Travel: Yes | Full-Time, 2-Year Training Programme
Department: Group Quality | Reports To: Quality Compliance Manager
Are you detail-driven, analytical, and enthusiastic about quality standards?
Join SARIA Ltd and become a key part of our mission to maintain excellence in food safety, compliance, and sustainability.
We are offering a two-year in-house training programme designed to shape you into a qualified Lead Auditor — with access to external courses, firsthand experience, and a guaranteed permanent role at the end of the programme.
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What You will Be Doing
You will be immersed in every aspect of auditing and compliance across our sites — from GMP and hygiene audits to supplier approvals and traceability exercises.
Your responsibilities will include:
* Conducting GMP, FSMS/QMS/EMS, and laboratory audits.
* Supporting supplier approval and external audit activities.
* Completing gap analyses for key standards such as ISO, FSSC, BRC, and more.
* Assisting with non-conformance follow-ups and staff training.
* Driving continuous improvement across the Group Quality Department.
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What We are Looking For
You do not need years of experience — we are looking for passion, potential, and precision.
Essential:
* 5 GCSEs (A*–C) including English and Maths
* Food Safety Level 2
* Strong organisational and communication skills
* A motivated, initiative-taking attitude with the ability to work to deadlines
Desirable:
* A-Levels or equivalent experience
* Knowledge of HACCP, traceability, and auditing processes
* Experience within a quality or manufacturing environment
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Why Join SARIA?
* A structured two-year training and development plan
* Opportunities for external certification and auditing qualifications
* Mentorship from experienced Quality professionals
* A pathway to a permanent Lead Auditor role
* Work within a company that values integrity, innovation, and growth
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Ready to Take the Lead?
If you are ready to build a career in Quality and Compliance — and want to learn from the best — we would love to hear from you!
Apply now and start your journey to becoming a Lead Auditor with SARIA Ltd.