Quality Assurance Advisor

Job Description What will this role achieve? As a Quality Assurance (QA) Advisor, youll play a vital role in supporting our Stockport factory with expertise in QA, Food Safety, Pest Control, and Process Integrity. Reporting to the Site Compliance Manager, youll help implement pladis Central QA and Food Safety policies, drive continuous improvement, and manage the sites Quality and Food Safety systems.This role is all about making a difference; overseeing internal audits, supporting complaint and incident management, and ensuring compliance with legal, retailer, and pladis standards.What will be your key deliverables? Quality & Food Safety Leadership: Provide expert advice and support on QA and Food Safety matters, ensuring compliance and maintaining high standards.System Management & Continuous Improvement: Lead the development and improvement of Quality and Food Safety systems, including HACCP and SOP approvals.Audit & Compliance Oversight: Coordinate internal and external audits, monitor policy implementation, and resolve non-conformances.Training & Communication: Deliver QA and Food Safety training, contribute to specification reviews, and report on performance metrics.Vendor & Crisis Management: Oversee vendor performance and support Crisis Incident Management through risk assessments and reporting.Bring your experience! EssentialFood or Science-based HND, Level 4 Food Safety and HACCP certifications (auditing qualification desirable).Strong experience in quality roles, including HACCP management within FMCG environments.Confident with IT systems and tools for quality and compliance processes.Excellent communication and collaboration skills, able to engage at all levels.Ability to influence and lead stakeholders to drive quality and food safety standardDesirable Degree in food safety/food science discipline.IOSH Managing Safety certification.What will the interview process be? 1st stage interview 45 minutes competency-based interview based on our company values and your experiences.2nd stage interview 60 minutes a technical interview to understand your skill set/case study or presentation interview.We aim to make the process accessible and inclusive for all candidates. If you need adjustments, please let us know.What does pladis offer you? Annual Incentive Plan (AIP) this is the businesss annual bonus scheme.Private medical InsuranceStakeholder Pension SchemeLife Assurance Cover ~ upon enrolment to Stakeholder Pension Scheme25 days + bank holidaysHoliday Enhancement Scheme1 Volunteering Day per yearCycle to work schemeDiscount and Cashback Scheme make your everyday spending work hard for you on major high street brands, supermarkets and servicesAccess to Employee Assistance ProgrammeFinancial Wellbeing SupportAccess to great training and development opportunitiesOur Values Purpose led Were energised and guided by our purpose to bring happiness with every biteAgile Were ever evolving, we never stand still, always improving for our customers and our consumers.Positive Were highly motivated optimistic, courageous, and we inspire each other to be betterResilient - Were persistent in the face of setbacks, quick to adapt, learn and move forwardCollaborative We gain strength from operating as one pladis, winning and succeeding togetherBest mix of ingredients pladis is an equal opportunities employer, like every great recipe were a thoughtful mix. A happy and inclusive place to work thats as diverse as our consumers and the communities we support, live and work in, all around the world. Where every voice is heard, and difference is celebrated. Where fresh perspectives and new ideas help us grow and thrive.We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform key job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.pladis is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to hiring a diverse workforce. All openings will be filled based on qualifications without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability, age, religion or any other classification protected by law.We operate a strict Preferred Supplier List. If you are a recruitment agency and wish to submit candidate to be considered for this vacancy, you must have agreed to, and signed, our terms of business.We will not accept CVs from any other sources other than those currently on our PSL. We will not pay a fee for any candidate that has not been represented by a provider on our PSL.

Created: 2025-12-16