ProMatch is partnering with a well-established, employee-owned food production business in Alness to recruit a Quality Auditor. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with production experience, strong attention to detail and confidence working with technology to step into a quality-focused role. Full training will be provided, making this a great fit for candidates looking to build a long-term career in food safety and operational standards.
You’ll be joining a collaborative team focused on delivering against key operational metrics including Safety, Quality, People, Delivery and Cost while ensuring compliance with food safety and product specifications.
What’s in it for you:
- £12.75 per hour starting rate (negotiable based on experience)
- Overtime paid at 1.5x standard rate for hours above 37.5 per week
- Full-time hours available (typically 8am–4pm or 7am–3pm)
- Enhanced holiday leave of 30 days per year after 12 weeks in post
- Stability through an initial agency contract with clear pathway to permanent employment providing standards are met
- Upon transfer, the opportunity to become a Partner in an employee-owned business with access to excellent benefits
Key responsibilities include:
- Conducting routine audits and product quality checks (e.g. pin bone, discolouration, fillet checks)
- Verifying allergen controls, organic status, and calibration of scales and probes
- Supporting product analysis for micro, chemical, organoleptic and shelf-life assessments
- Monitoring equipment, gas mix, tray wash temperatures and hygiene swabbing
- Ensuring accurate record-keeping and traceability
- Supporting metal detection tests and label verification
- Identifying and reporting non-conformances promptly
- Upholding HACCP procedures and hygiene standards across production areas
What we’re looking for:
- Experience in quality control or food safety or two years in a production role
- SVQ in Food Manufacturing (desirable but not essential)
- Passion for product quality and a methodical, hands-on approach
- Confidence to challenge and uphold standards consistently
- Strong communication skills and team spirit
- Reliability, flexibility and a proactive mindset
Interested? Apply today and we will be in touch!