Are you passionate about ensuring high-quality standards and compliance in the production process? We're currently seeking a Quality Assurance Assistant to join a dedicated team on the outskirts of Newark. You will play a key role in supporting the Quality Manager and ensuring that products meet the highest safety, legality, and quality standards.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Assist the Quality Manager in collaborating with all departments to ensure technical and quality standards are met, as well as legal compliance.
2. Help maintain and improve the QSSM system, ensuring it’s up-to-date with any changes to products, equipment, and services, including updates to the HACCP plan.
3. Perform verification checks on production lines, including Metal Detection Procedures, Scale Check verifications, and competency tests. Detailed training will be provided.
4. Conduct routine audits such as GMP and Glass & Hard Plastic audits, ensuring necessary actions are taken in a timely manner.
5. Perform equipment calibration as scheduled and report any issues.
6. Report Non-Conformances and Hold Notices, and assist in root cause analysis and corrective actions.
7. Contribute to quarterly Quality Panels and assist with the training and development of production staff.
8. Ensure compliance with customer requirements, including accurate labeling and best-before dates.
9. Perform all tasks in line with HACCP, BRC, Food Hygiene Standards, and Health & Safety Regulations.
10. Maintain a keen attention to detail and ensure all documentation is accurate, legible, and accessible.
11. Prepare and log samples for testing, create purchase orders, and coordinate sample collection.
Requirements:
1. Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
2. Ability to work as part of a team and independently.
3. A commitment to maintaining the highest standards of quality and compliance.
4. Ability to conduct audits and verifications with precision.
5. Knowledge or experience with HACCP, BRC, and food safety regulations is desirable but not essential as full training will be provided.
If you're eager to make a meaningful impact in a fast-paced environment and have a passion for quality assurance, we'd love to hear from you! This is an excellent opportunity to develop your career in quality management within a supportive and dynamic team.
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