Join Our Team!
At Kepak Group, we believe in the passion for quality and safety in every bite. As one of Europe's leading meat processors, we're committed to delivering excellence not just in our products, but also in how we approach food safety and quality management.
We are looking for an engaging and diligent Food Safety & Quality Management Systems Internal Auditor to join our dynamic team at Kepak Merthyr. If you're a proactive individual with a genuine enthusiasm for food safety and quality assurance, this is your chance to make a difference!
Your Role:
In this exciting role, you will play a crucial part in ensuring our internal systems uphold the highest standards of quality and food safety. As an Internal Auditor, you will conduct comprehensive audits, assess compliance with regulatory and customer requirements, and identify areas for continuous improvement. Your efforts will help us uphold our reputation for excellence!
Your Key Responsibilities:
- Conducting systematic audits of food safety and quality management systems across various departments.
- Collaborating with teams to identify, document, and address non-conformances or areas of improvement.
- Providing actionable insights and recommendations to enhance our overall quality assurance processes.
- Training and supporting teams in understanding compliance requirements and best practices.
- Ensuring timely follow-up on corrective action plans and monitoring their effectiveness.
- Staying up to date with industry standards and developments to maintain the quality of our auditing procedures.
Requirements
What We’re Looking For:
- A background in food safety, quality management, or a related field.
- Strong understanding of internal auditing principles and practices.
- Food Safety level 2 and HACCP level 2 qualifications
- Experience with Food Safety Management Systems (FSMS) and Quality Management Systems (QMS).
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and maintain a positive atmosphere.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen eye for detail.
- Relevant qualifications (e.g., ISO certifications) are a plus.
- A proactive mindset and enthusiasm for continuous improvement.
Benefits
- Company Pension
- Training and Development
- Employee Discount Platform - All Kepak employees are entitled to access to the WrkIt platform, which offers significant discounts and cashback with hundreds of brands.
- Refer a Friend Scheme - Get up to £500 for successfully referring a friend or family member to Kepak Group.
- Bike to Work Scheme - You can buy a bike and safety equipment through a salary sacrifice scheme which reduces your taxable income – meaning you pay less tax!
- Subsidised Canteen - Our on site canteen is serving multiple hot food options during the day
- Free Car Parking - Our Kepak site has a dedicated staff car parking facility which is free to use for all of our colleagues.
- Long Service Awards - We recognise, acknowledge and award the dedication and valuable contribution of long serving employees
- GroceryAid Employee Assistance Program - Providing emotional, practical and financial support for all Kepak colleagues.
- PPE And Work Wear Provided
Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply now and be a part of our mission to deliver the best quality products to our customers!
