Quality Auditor

About The Role

Our people are Heroes. We think our people here at Samworth Brothers are the best out there! So, let’s talk about them first. We are constantly in awe of their dedication to get the job done and the commitment they show. We are also super proud of having such a multicultural team of welcoming, spirited people who look out for each other’s interests and thrive on getting the job done while having fun doing it.

In fact, half of our people have been with us for more than 5 years and many a lot longer than that. They all have the same mission in mind – to keep our lines running and to be truly proud of what goes out the door. No matter the challenge, they all come together because that’s what families do.

• Perform regular checks and audits on meat and non‑meat ingredients (GMP, traceability, fabrication etc.) in order to monitor compliance with food safety requirements and prepare the necessary reports.
• Calibrate scales, temperature probes and other measuring devices.
• Collect micro samples, water samples and environmental swabs.
• Monitor production lines to ensure product safety, quality and compliance with customer’s requirements.
• Co‑ordinate and take part in daily taste panels and log results into an Excel spreadsheet.
• Audit production documentation and procedures in place for foreign body controls including glass and hard‑plastic audits.

• Company pension scheme that matches contributions.
• Private Health Scheme.
• Annual pay review.
• Profit‑related pay.
• Hot food restaurant.
• Free on‑site parking.
• Colleague discounts on selected shopping, cinema, restaurants, travel and more.
• A refer‑a‑friend scheme that gives you money for successfully recommending people to join us.

Kettleby Foods, based in Melton Mowbray, is a trusted producer of high‑quality chilled ready meals, supplying some of the UK’s leading retailers. Our products are crafted with care, combining great taste with convenience to meet the needs of today’s consumers. At Kettleby Foods, you’re more than just an employee – you’re part of our strong family culture. Our collaborative approach and strong team spirit help us support one another and achieve great things together.

As part of a well‑established group, we offer stability, opportunity, and a place where you can truly thrive.

Ready to make a difference? Join us and be part of something special! We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunities employer, making diversity and inclusion a core part of everything we do. We also actively welcome applications from neurodivergent individuals and are committed to a recruitment process that is fair, respectful and free from bias. If you need adaptations to the application or interview process, please do let us know.

Samworth Brothers do not engage with unlicensed gang masters or third parties. Samworth Brothers will NEVER ask you for money in order to provide you with employment. If you are in doubt, please contact an official Samworth Brothers representative.