Quality Assurance Specialist

Role: Quality Assurance Specialist, Aurivo Agribusiness

Contract type: Full time Permanent

Aurivo Co-op is a large multi-purpose co-operative engaged in a wide range of activities including dairy processing, liquid milk distribution, animal feed milling, retail stores, e-commerce, garden centres, livestock marketing and sports nutrition. In Aurivo our values define how we operate, employing over 700 people directly and providing employment for many others in wide range of activities including transport & distribution.

Reporting to the Commercial Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring compliance with legislation and that the highest feed quality and safety standards are achieved in accordance with relevant legislation and standards.

Key Responsibilities and duties:

• Collection, labelling and appropriate storage of samples
• Conduct analysis on raw materials, in-process and finished product samples
• Review and maintain testing schedules and lab equipment calibrations
• Recording, analysis and reporting of results
• Manage the sites quality system, HACCP and pest control programme
• Maintain certifications and approvals (e.g. DAFM, UFAS)
• Perform internal audits
• Lead the implementation of quality procedures, protocols and policies and monitor compliance
• Support and assist the management team to drive the continuous improvement of product quality and site efficiency
• Provide technical support in relation to customer complaints and product development
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Level 8 degree in Agricultural Science or related science disciplines.
• Experience in all areas of quality assurance within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of feed safety standards and legislation.
• Technical knowledge of HACCP principles, auditing and quality management systems.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Flexibility in working duties and areas of work.
• Some laboratory experience is desirable.