QA Auditor
Humdinger · Sherburn in Elmet, England, United Kingdom · £32K/yr
Food and Beverage Manufacturing · 501-1,000 employees
About the role
The QA Auditor is responsible for conducting quality audits, investigating food safety incidents, and implementing corrective actions. They also manage calibration schedules, perform product testing, and provide CCP training to staff.
What they look for
Requirements
Candidates must have previous experience as a Quality Auditor in a food manufacturing environment and possess knowledge of retailer standards. Professional certifications including Level 2 Food Safety and Level 2 HACCP are required.
Benefits
Full description
Overview
QA Auditor
Humdinger, Sherburn LS25 6PJ
Position type: Permanent Full-Time
Pay range: £31,960.00
Paid Breaks: For 8 hour shifts you are entitled to 1 x 15 minute and 1 x 30 minute paid break and for 12 hour shifts you are entitled to 2 x 15 minute and 1 x 30 minute paid break
Key Benefits: Healthcare cash plan via paycare (Dental, Optical, Chiropody, Professional Therapy, Counselling) with a value over £400 each year
Shift Pattern: Rotating weekly
- Nights: Sunday: 18:00 – 06:00 / Monday – Thursday: 22:00 – 06:00
- Afters: Monday – Thursday: 14:00 – 22:00
- Days: Monday – Thursday: 06:00 – 14:00 / Friday: 06:00 – 18:00
Closing date: 14/08/2026
Responsibilities
- Conduct audits (PFS, Glass & Plastic, Cleaning Standards) and report findings promptly.
- Investigate Quality or Food Safety incidents, NCRs, and customer complaints; implement corrective actions using root cause analysis.
- Manage calibration, micro testing schedules, and food safety checks (ATP/allergen swabs).
- Support daily taste panels, technical tracker updates, and documentation for audits/complaints.
- Hold or repair out-of-spec products; sign off rework and raise waivers as needed.
- Ensure site calibration for scales and probes are completed.
- Testing and Inspection of Chocolate Tankers where required.
- Deliver Critical Control Point (CCP) training and act as Quality Champion across the site.
Qualifications
- Previous experience as a Quality Auditor in a food manufacturing environment
- Knowledge of retailer standards
- Internal auditing experience
- Attention to detail
- Strong administrative skills and use of Excel and Word
- Strong communicator
- Level 2 Food Safety
- Level 2 HACCP
Rewards Benefits
- 4% employer and 5 % employee pension plan
- Life assurance plan x4 basic salary
- Various salary sacrifice schemes including pension payments, cycle to work and electric car (subject to meeting minimum criteria)
- Healthcare cash plan via paycare (Dental, Optical, Chiropody, Professional Therapy, Counselling) with a value over £400 each year
About Us
At Humdinger, we transform coco, nuts, seeds, fruit, and pulses into delectable snacks and chocolates for both our in-house label and renowned branded ranges. With a robust and continually growing portfolio, we've earned compliments for our commitment to quality and continuous product innovation. You might have enjoyed our products before, perhaps without even realising it!
Application & Interview Process
Please apply online via our careers portal: create your account, upload your CV, and answer all requested questions. You will then be contacted by our Talent Acquisition team and, if progressed, enter a one stage interview process at our Sherburn in Elmet site, including a factory tour and the opportunity to meet the team.
Applications will be reviewed on and after 10/07/2026.
Interviews will commence week commencing 13/07/2026.
Humdinger is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Please let us know if you require any special arrangements or adjustments to be made for your interview by speaking with the Talent Acquisition team at application stage.
