Quality Analyst

Quality Officer - Temp role

Pay: 13.90 per hour
Assignment: Until end of March
Location: Bristol
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 7am-4pm or 8am till 5pm or 9am-6pm
Interviews: 2-stage process
Start: Quick turnaround (1 week)

About the Role

This is a brand-new role supporting the QA raw material team and supply chain. It's a hybrid position ideal for someone with a technical background who enjoys data entry, problem-solving, and working in a fast-paced environment.

Busy period from now until March - we need someone who can hit the ground running!

Role Purpose

To support the Quality Assurance (QA) function through inspection, IT, and administrative work.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct verification checks to ensure raw materials meet supplier specifications.
• Accurately book raw material deliveries into internal systems based on delivery notes.
• Audit and monitor storage areas to ensure safe and compliant practices.
• Complete and maintain accurate documentation for internal and external audits.
• Communicate QA activities, results, and trends to operations and relevant teams.
• Raise and manage supplier non-conformances and ensure timely resolution.
• Collect product samples in line with procedures to ensure quality, safety, and legality.
• Maintain a safe working environment in line with Health, Safety, and Environment policies.
• File documentation to ensure traceability and audit readiness.
• Support technical and management teams during audits.
• Follow all hygiene, health and safety, and factory procedures.
• Report discrepancies or issues to technical or management teams.
• Participate in training and support onboarding of new starters.
• Continuously seek improvements in safety, quality, and efficiency.

Tools & Equipment Used

• Computer/Tablet
• Microwave
• Probes
• Temperature Monitoring System

Person Specification

• GCSEs or equivalent in numeracy and literacy.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Understanding of GMP and production environments.
• Basic allergen awareness and management.
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Familiarity with non-conformance reporting.
• Basic microbiological and food safety awareness.
• Food Safety Level 3 (preferred).
• Health and Safety Level 2 (preferred).
• Internal Auditor qualification (preferred).
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.