QA Assistant
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Position Overview & Specifications
QA Assistant
Location: Kingswinford, DY6 7TD, UK
Grape Tree is a leading retailer of high-quality dried fruits, nuts and seeds in the UK. We are currently seeking a QA Assistant to join our team and help us maintain our standards of quality and excellence.
As a QA Assistant, you will be responsible for assisting the Quality Assurance Manager in ensuring that all products meet our high standards of quality, safety, and compliance with relevant regulations.
Responsibilities:
· Conduct daily checks on all products to ensure that they meet our quality standards and specifications.
· Assist in the investigation and resolution of customer complaints, identifying any potential issues and making recommendations for corrective actions.
· Conduct regular supplier audits to ensure that they are meeting our quality standards and adhering to relevant regulations.
· Assist in the development and implementation of quality control procedures, training materials and documentation.
· Work collaboratively with the purchasing and production teams to ensure that all products are meeting our quality standards and any corrective actions are taken.
· Maintain Quality Management System Manuals (i.e. Quality Control Manual and HACCP Manual)
· Develop and maintain thorough working knowledge of applicable regulations, policies and good practices
· Ensure product labelling is compliant
· Other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
· Attention to detail, and ability to work well under pressure.
· Good communication and interpersonal skills.
· A strong understanding of quality management systems and relevant regulations.
· Ability to work independently, with minimal supervision.
· Experience in the food industry, preferably in quality assurance or related field, is desirable but not essential.
· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
If you are passionate about quality and committed to excellence, we would love to hear from you. To apply, please send your CV and cover letter to us at Grape Tree.
Monday to Friday normal office hours are 8.30am - 5.00pm
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Benefits:
- Employee discount
Schedule:
- Weekend availability
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Kingswinford, DY6 7TD: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for QA Assistant roles across Grape Tree's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £22,500 - £27,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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