Factory Quality Assurance

Factory Quality Assurance (QA) Operative

Hours:

Monday - Thursday 8am - 4:30pm & Friday 8am
-1pm (37 hours per week)

Pay: £13.20 per hour

Contract - Temp to Perm

Location - Kingstone, Hereford

We are currently looking for a Factory QA Operative to join our client’s Quality team. This is a hands‑on role working across the factory to ensure food safety, quality standards, and processes are consistently followed.

• Carry out process audits including GMP, fabrication, foreign body, CCP, glass & hard plastic audits
• Verify and audit production paperwork for accuracy and completion
• Coach and support production staff to ensure correct processes and competency levels
• Escalate food safety or quality concerns through the correct channels
• Complete CCP and allergen validations
• Support incident investigations and ensure corrective actions are completed on time
• Assist with traceability exercises and internal, customer, BRC, and third‑party audits
• Complete routine site checks including hygiene, fridge and water temperature monitoring
• Carry out equipment checks and complete relevant documentation
• Help ensure the site remains audit‑ready at all times

• Numerate and literate with good written and spoken English
• Strong attention to detail and problem‑solving skills
• Confident communicator and team player
• Positive attitude with a proactive approach
• Internal Auditor experience (preferred)
• Previous food manufacturing or QA experience desirable

• Opportunity to develop within a quality‑focused food manufacturing environment
• Supportive team and ongoing training

If you are passionate about food safety, quality, and continuous improvement, we’d love to hear from you.