Quality Assurance Specialist

2 weeks ago


Burton upon Trent, Staffordshire, United Kingdom AF Blakemore - Retail Full time
Job Title: Quality Assurance Assistant

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Quality Assurance Assistant to join our team at AF Blakemore - Retail. As a Quality Assurance Assistant, you will play a key role in ensuring our products meet the highest standards of quality, safety, and legality.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Conduct routine factory audits and internal audits of processes and systems.
  • Collect samples for external testing and ensure compliance with sample plans (ATP, finished products, raw materials, water, etc.).
  • Ensure paperwork and systems are completed accurately following company procedures.
  • Act as a supervisor and trainer for the handheld Seamcor system.
  • Report on compliance across various areas, including handheld unit usage.
  • Perform pre-start-up checks and hygiene handovers.
  • Adhere to and promote Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and proper housekeeping.
  • Calibrate key equipment, conduct swabbing, raw material inspections, and CCP checks.
  • Perform allergen audits, recipe control, and product specification checks.
  • Lead product taste checks, shelf-life testing, and recipe tempering.
  • Manage and report on quarantined stock.
  • Liaise with pest control contractors and oversee pest control activities.
  • Drive personal development through training and work-based experiences.
  • Play an active role in Continuous Improvement initiatives.
  • Support and promote a culture of Food Safety, Quality, Authenticity, and Legality.
  • Uphold AFB Environmental Sustainability Strategy.
Requirements:
  • Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Proficiency with IT systems.
What We Offer:
  • Holiday, Maternity and Paternity leave and pay in excess of statutory entitlements.
  • Develop your skills and capability in a highly supportive and multi-diverse culture.
  • Outstanding Training & Development opportunities.
  • Gain hands-on experience in a high volume, fast-paced environment.
  • Enhanced Maternity & Paternity pay packages.
  • Flexible working hours opportunity.
  • Excellent additional benefits package including:
    • Early access to your pay through EarlyPay.
    • 24/7 access to your payslips via HR/Payroll portal.
    • 12.5% Staff discount on fresh items & 10% Staff Discount on ambient products in our SPAR stores (ex. Alcohol & Cigarettes).
    • Wellbeing support.
    • Access to emotional support, counselling, legal and financial advice.
    • Company Pension Scheme.
    • Company Life Insurance worth 1 x Annual Salary and 6 x Annual Salary with Company Pension Scheme.
    • NEST pension scheme.
    • Extra Holiday - Purchase Scheme.
    • Long Service Awards.
    • Cycle to work scheme.

We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates. If you are passionate about quality assurance and eager to take on a hands-on role in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment, we would love to hear from you.



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