Quality Auditor

  • Reed Specialist Recruitment
  • Staveley, Cumbria
  • Nov 28, 2025
Full time

Job Description

QA Auditor

  • Annual Salary: 33,017 (including shift premium)
  • Location: Kendal
  • Job Type: Full-time, Shift Based

Join our team as a QA Auditor at our headquarters in Kendal. This full-time role offers a competitive salary of 33,017 per annum, including a shift premium. The position involves working a 10-week shift pattern, including 12-hour day and night shifts, with a 2-week holiday break within each rotation.

Day-to-day of the role:

  • Conduct regular audits to ensure compliance with Quality Management Systems and GMP.
  • Identify non-conformances, provide objective evidence, and assist operational teams in corrective actions.
  • Perform scheduled and ad-hoc product testing to ensure compliance with quality standards.
  • Collaborate with the Quality Manager to investigate customer complaints and out-of-specification results.
  • Perform traceability studies and ensure thorough investigations.
  • Monitor and resolve supplier and factory non-conformances.
  • Ensure investigations are thorough, root causes are identified, and corrective actions are implemented effectively.
  • Provide ongoing technical advice and support to factory teams to promote quality standards and resolve quality issues.
  • Comply with safety procedures, including adopting safe working practices, wearing the required protective clothing, and using safety equipment appropriate to the role.
  • Carry out environmental monitoring in line with a defined programme.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • Proven experience in quality assurance or a related field.
  • Strong understanding of Quality Management Systems and GMP.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Effective communication and teamwork skills.
  • Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
  • Strong report writing and documentation skills.
  • Awareness of aseptic techniques and how to minimise cross-contamination.

Desirable:

  • BSc/MSc in Food Science.
  • Attention to detail and a methodical approach to work.

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary package including shift premium.
  • Structured shift pattern with built-in holiday breaks.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.
  • Supportive team environment.

To apply for the QA Auditor position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.