Job title: Quality Assurance Specialist
Location: Bedfordshire
Hours: Mon–Thu 08:00–16:30 | Fri 08:00–16:00
Salary: £31,500
We’re working with a leading food manufacturer in the Bedfordshire area that’s looking to expand its Quality Team with the addition of a Quality Assurance Specialist. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to step into a varied, hands-on QA role within a supportive and quality-driven environment.
The Role:
As QA Specialist, you’ll play a key role in ensuring compliance with food safety and quality standards across multiple sites. You’ll support internal and external audits, manage testing schedules, lead investigations into non-conformances, and contribute to the wider food safety culture.
Key Responsibilities:
* Carry out product, environmental, allergen, and water testing; analyse results and escalate where needed
* Prepare and present traceability exercises for external audits
* Conduct internal audits and ensure compliance with company policies and BRCGS standards
* Collaborate across departments to drive improvements and deliver CAPAs
* Deliver food safety and quality training across the site
* Attend cross-functional meetings and support business-wide quality initiatives
What You’ll Need:
* Degree in Food Science, Microbiology, or related field (or equivalent experience)
* Previous QA/Technical experience within the food manufacturing sector
* Auditing qualification and strong knowledge of BRCGS standards
* HACCP and Food Safety qualifications
* Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel when required
* Strong communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills
What’s on Offer:
* Monday–Friday working week with an early Friday finish
* Opportunity to work across a growing multi-site business
* Supportive team and strong quality-focused culture
* Involvement in key business projects and exposure to audits
* Career progression and development within the quality function
Interested in hearing more? Apply now