QA Assistant, QA Assistant

About The Role

We are looking for a detail-focused QA to join our Technical team at Spalding and play a key role in maintaining high standards across our production environment. This is a hands‑on, factory-based role focused on ensuring the site is always audit ready, while driving best practice in food safety, quality, and compliance. You will act as a key link between Technical and Production, supporting day‑to‑day operations and ensuring all standards are consistently met.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Ensure the site remains audit ready at all times
• Carry out product inspections and temperature checks
• Complete verifications and validations of QMS procedures
• Generate and monitor compliance KPIs
• Maintain QA documentation and records accurately
• Conduct internal audits in line with schedule
• Complete micro sampling, swabbing, and shelf‑life testing where required
• Carry out daily checks and calibrations of equipmentSupport and participate in external audits
• Act as the first point of contact for production‑related quality issues
• Work closely with Production teams to embed best practice
• Build strong relationships with operational teams, vets (OVs), and inspectors
• Drive standards in food safety, quality, and legality on the factory floor
• Support departmental objectives and improvement projects
• Identify risks and elevate any concerns relating to food safety or quality
• Work collaboratively across teams and with other sites when required

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience in a QA or food manufacturing environment
• Strong understanding of food safety, quality, and compliance standards
• Good attention to detail and ability to work accurately in a fast‑paced environment
• Confident communicator, able to challenge and support production teams
• Basic IT skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)
• Knowledge of meat or food production processes
• Experience with internal audits and sampling procedures

We’re Looking For Someone Who

• Takes ownership of standards and compliance
• Has a proactive approach to maintaining food safety and quality
• Is confident working on the factory floor and engaging with teams
• Supports a culture where quality and food safety are everyone’s responsibility

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a critical function that directly impacts product quality and safety
• Gain valuable experience in a fast‑paced food manufacturing environment
• Opportunity to develop your career within Technical / QA
• Work with experienced teams and build strong cross‑functional relationships
• Play a key role in maintaining the highest standards across the site
• Join a business that values quality, compliance, and continuous improvement

If you’re passionate about food safety and quality, apply now and be part of a team that takes pride in getting it right every time.

Location: Spalding

Department: Technical

Reports to: QA Manager

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