Job Title: Quality Assurance Specialist

Location: Manchester, UK Contract: Full Time, Permanent Salary: Up to 40k

Client Overview: Our client is a leading food company based in Manchester, dedicated to delivering high-quality meat products to their customers. They pride themselves on their commitment to excellence, innovation, and sustainability in the food industry.

Job Description: Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Quality Assurance Specialist with a focus on meat products. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that all meat products meet the highest standards of quality, safety, and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and maintain quality assurance protocols and procedures for meat products.
• Conduct regular inspections and audits of meat processing facilities to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Monitor and analyze quality control data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with production and supply chain teams to address quality issues and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure all meat products meet microbiological, chemical, and physical safety standards.
• Stay up-to-date with industry regulations and standards, and ensure the company's compliance with all relevant laws and guidelines.
• Train and mentor staff on quality assurance practices and procedures.
• Prepare and present quality assurance reports to senior management.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Microbiology, or a related field would be beneficial.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in quality assurance within the food industry, with a focus on meat products.
• In-depth knowledge of food safety regulations, quality assurance standards, and industry best practices.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in quality assurance software and tools.

Benefits:

• Up to 40k Salary.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Commitment to employee well-being and work-life balance.