Senior QA Officer - Lead Quality in Nutrition Manufacturing

Supplement Factory Ltd; Ashford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in the nutritional supplement industry in Ashford is seeking a Senior Quality Assurance Officer. This role involves maintaining and developing quality standards, conducting internal audits, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Candidates should have a relevant degree and experience in quality assurance, preferably within a factory environment. The company offers a competitive salary and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company pension

Full training and continuous professional development

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Experience in a Quality role within a factory environment (food, cosmetics, or pharmaceuticals preferred).
• Experience with certification audits or major retailer (Big 4) audits is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Conduct internal audits to ensure compliance with company and regulatory standards.
• Approve and release finished products for distribution.
• Perform weekly GMP and Hygiene audits across production areas.
• Review and approve manufacturing documents.
• Support the Head of Technical, Quality & Regulatory in managing the Quality Management System (QMS).
• Act as audit lead during customer and certification audits.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Team-focused attitude

Agility and adaptability

Education

Degree in a science-based discipline

Internal Auditor training

HACCP Level 2 training

Job description

A leading manufacturer in the nutritional supplement industry in Ashford is seeking a Senior Quality Assurance Officer. This role involves maintaining and developing quality standards, conducting internal audits, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Candidates should have a relevant degree and experience in quality assurance, preferably within a factory environment. The company offers a competitive salary and opportunities for career progression.