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Senior Quality Assurance Officer

Job Posted: 6 hours ago

Salary: £ 30,000 - 35,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Ashford, Kent

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Senior Quality Assurance Officer

Salary: £30,000-£35,000 per year

Location: Ashford, Kent

Working pattern: Full-time, Permanent, 37.5 hours per week

Our client produces innovative, nutritional products from a purpose-built site in Ashford. With BRCGS and GMP accreditation and a rapidly expanding product portfolio, they're proud to be one of the UK's most trusted names in the industry.

We are looking for a Senior Quality Assurance Officer to strengthen the technical team and support the ongoing development of the Quality Management System.

This position is central to ensuring the highest standards of product quality and regulatory compliance across the manufacturing and packing operations. Acting as the Quality Manager's deputy, you'll take ownership of key QA processes and help drive continuous improvement across the site.

It's an ideal opportunity for someone already working in Quality who's ready to take on more responsibility in a busy and forward-thinking environment.

Duties:

Carrying out internal audits and ensuring procedures meet both internal and external standards
Authorising finished product release
Conducting routine GMP and hygiene inspections across production areas
Reviewing and approving documentation related to manufacturing and packaging
Supporting the Head of Technical, Quality & Regulatory with the ongoing development of the QMS
Leading or supporting customer, certification, and regulatory audits
Taking on additional tasks needed to uphold quality and compliance across the siteWe're looking for:

Experience in a Quality role within food, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, or a similar factory setting
A science-related degree
Internal Auditor training plus HACCP Level 2 (or working toward it)
Experience with certification or major retailer audits (highly beneficial)You'll also need:

Excellent attention to detail
Strong organisational skills and the ability to stay composed in a busy environment
Confident communication and the ability to influence at all levels
A proactive mindset and enthusiasm for continuous improvement
Flexibility and resilience in a fast-paced operationBenefits:

Join a supportive team where development and progression are genuinely encouraged.

You'll benefit from:

Comprehensive training and ongoing development
A friendly, collaborative working environment
Genuine opportunities to progress your career
Modern facilities and a growing business with exciting plans ahead
Company pension
On-site parkingWe're proud of the number of colleagues who have grown into senior and multi-skilled roles with us - and as our expansion continues, more opportunities will follow.

If you're a passionate QA professional looking to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you

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