We are looking for a motivated and detail-focused QA to support our Technical Department in maintaining the highest standards of food safety, quality, legality and customer compliance across our manufacturing operation.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with quality assurance experience in food manufacturing who is passionate about delivering safe, high-quality products and driving continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
As a Technical QA, you will:
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Carry out routine quality checks and audits across production areas.
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Monitor Critical Control Points (CCPs) and ensure compliance with HACCP requirements.
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Complete quality documentation accurately and within required timescales.
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Conduct GMP audits, hygiene inspections and quality system audits.
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Verify production records, HACCP documentation and site compliance standards.
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Investigate customer complaints, incidents and non-conformances.
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Support root cause analysis and corrective and preventative actions.
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Perform product inspections throughout the manufacturing process.
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Carry out equipment calibration activities in line with schedules.
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Communicate technical and quality findings effectively to operational teams.
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Support continuous improvement initiatives and maintain high site standards.
What We're Looking For
Essential
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Experience working within a food manufacturing environment.
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Understanding of food safety principles and quality management systems.
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Food Safety Level 2 Certification.
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Good literacy, numeracy and computer skills.
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Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability.
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Excellent organisational and communication skills.
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Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Desirable
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HACCP qualification (Intermediate level or equivalent).
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Internal auditing qualification or practical auditing experience.
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Previous Quality Assurance experience within food manufacturing.
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Sensory evaluation training.
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Knowledge of retailer standards, customer codes of practice and audit requirements.
What Success Looks Like
You will take ownership of food safety and product quality, ensuring products consistently meet customer specifications and internal standards. You'll be proactive in identifying issues, maintaining compliance, and supporting a culture of continuous improvement across the site.
Pilgrim's Pride Limited is a division of Pilgrim’s Pride Corporation, our business is part of the second largest food company in the world, whose team farm, process, prepare, package and deliver fresh, frozen and value-added food products for sale in more than 100 countries.
We are proud to partner with more than 1,000 UK farmers who share our belief in the highest standards on animal welfare, efficiency, and quality. Our own farming operation is 100% RSPCA Higher Welfare, making us the largest producer of higher welfare pork globally, delivering 25% of pig meat to UK consumers.
