Quality Systems Lead: HACCP, Audits & Supplier Assurance

Trewithen Dairy; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK dairy producer is seeking an experienced Quality Assurance professional to oversee supplier compliance and conduct essential audits. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years in QA with strong audit leadership, including HACCP and TACCP certifications. Responsibilities include managing supplier approval processes, leading hygiene audits, and ensuring compliance with retailer standards. This role promotes professional growth within a creative, collaborative environment and offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Creative and collaborative work environment

Professional development opportunities

Competitive salary and benefits

Free award-winning products

Local gym membership discounts

Company events

Qualifications

• 5+ years of QA/Technical experience with strong audit leadership skills.
• Experience in managing retailer codes and compliance.
• HACCP Level 4 certification, with additional TACCP/VACCP training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage supplier approval, risk assessments, and continuous compliance.
• Implement customer COP and conduct effective audits on site.
• Lead HACCP and TACCP plans and site food defence measures.
• Drive hygiene audits and improvements in cleaning processes.
• Oversee internal audit programs ensuring effective closure of non-conformances.

Skills

Quality Assurance (QA)

Technical leadership

HACCP Level 4

Food Safety Level 4

Job description

A leading UK dairy producer is seeking an experienced Quality Assurance professional to oversee supplier compliance and conduct essential audits. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years in QA with strong audit leadership, including HACCP and TACCP certifications. Responsibilities include managing supplier approval processes, leading hygiene audits, and ensuring compliance with retailer standards. This role promotes professional growth within a creative, collaborative environment and offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.