Quality Assurance Specialist 12 month FTC

London
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Contract
Market related
KarWing Put
karwing@pod-talent.com
JOB-7222
01-Jul-2026

Quality Assurance Specialist (12 month FTC)- London (2-3 days in office)- Competitive Salary

I am excited to be partnering with a global food manufacturer, with operations in over 35 markets, who are looking for a Quality Assurance Specialist to join their team in Central London on a 12 month FTC with potential to become permanent. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business with amazing growth opportunities, who are incredibly supportive in career progression and self development.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-performing Quality function, playing a key role in ensuring product safety, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence. You’ll work cross-functionally to investigate issues, support audits, and drive continuous improvement across a complex supply chain environment.

Key responsibilities:

  • Lead investigations into quality issues and non-conformances across internal, supplier, and customer contexts
  • Conduct root cause analysis (e.g. 5 Whys, FMEA, Fishbone) and implement corrective and preventative actions
  • Support customer complaint handling and drive timely resolution
  • Identify trends and provide reporting on quality performance
  • Prepare for and participate in internal and external audits (e.g. BRC, customer audits)
  • Ensure documentation and compliance with food safety, regulatory, and customer standards
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and product quality
  • Assist in supplier approval, performance monitoring, and quality assurance of co-manufacturers
  • Collaborate with commercial, product, and supply chain teams to ensure quality expectations are met


In order to be successful:

  • Strong knowledge of quality assurance processes and safety standards
  • Experience managing investigations, root cause analysis, and CAPAs
  • Experience in food and beverage manufacturing environments 
  • Strong understanding of BRC, HACCP, GMP standards
  • Experience with supplier quality and audit processes
  • Full permanent right to work in the UK


If you feel like this is the right role for you, apply now! All candidates must have full permanent right to work in the UK. 
We receive a high volume of applicants, if you do not hear a response within 2 weeks please assume your profile has not been successful.

KarWing Put

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