Supplier Quality Technologist

Supplier Quality Technologist (Full-time, Permanent)Aylesford, KentUnlock your potential with PrinovaWe are Prinova, a leading global supplier of ingredients and premix manufacturing solutions and trusted by the world’s best-known food, beverage, and nutrition brands.Part of the NAGASE Group, our expertise lies in Ingredient Distribution, Manufacturing Solutions, and Customized Services. Our global network of colleagues, located in offices and manufacturing facilities around the world, deliver sustainable value-added solutions to our customers. We are recognized for our deep expertise, commitment to excellence, and bold innovation which have earned us a strong reputation as a trusted industry leader.Wherever your career is headed, you’ll find direction, opportunity, and belonging with us.What is a Supplier Quality Technologist at Prinova?This role is responsible for assisting the raw material (RM) supplier approval process for the Food Premix & Sports Nutrition Business. This role will coordinate RM analytical monitoring and supplier monitoring audits with the Quality Department. The role will involve collecting, reviewing and filing documentation from suppliers during approval and making recommendations for approval/disapprovals and next steps on RM approvals.What’s in it for you?Personal growth, including training and development opportunitiesHealth Cash PlanSubsidised gym membershipDiscretionary bonusAccess to flexible pay with AslanWhat to expect?Coordinate different phases of the approval process including documentation, RM assessments, organizing external testing, risk assessments, audit recommendations and approvalCreate purchasing specification for new RM & update existing ones where appropriateCoordinate RM analytical monitoring and Supplier monitoring audits with the Quality DepartmentCollection, review and filing of documentation from suppliers during approval processCoordinate RM annual monitoring and compile summary reports for audits and customer requestsTesting of new RM under evaluation for approvalsManage customer’s notifications & approval process with customersPerform annual risk assessment for RM and suppliersPerform annual HACCP risk assessment on RM and suppliersLead Kosher and Halal certification for the UK siteSupport Continuous Improvement program initiativesComplete customer questionnaires for matters related to RMSupport Document ControlProvide support to HACCP & TACCP TeamProvide project support for Quality Department with Production & Engineering topics      Does this sound like you?Great understanding of Quality requirements and standards in the food industry (ISO, HACCP, BRC, GFSi etc.)1-2 years’ experience within a Quality, Technical or R&D role in the Food Industry would be desirableGreat attention to detail and focus on QualityExcellent written and oral communication skillsGreat project management skillsAbility to work autonomously, fast learner, willing to take initiativeResilient and confident to interact with senior members of the management teamInterested? We would love to hear from you!Submit your CV by clicking Apply.If you have any further questions, please email us for an informal chat: careers-europe@prinovaglobal.com