Quality Assurance

Riverside Recruitment · Penrith, Cumbria

Quality Assurance at Riverside Recruitment, based in Penrith, Cumbria, paying ÂŁ35,000 per annum. This is a permanent role.

Salary
ÂŁ35,000 per annum
Location
Penrith, Cumbria
Contract
Permanent
Posted
3 weeks ago
Closes
16 Aug 2026
Sector
Quality Engineer

28% below the typical rate for quality engineer

Reference 112144692

About the role

Quality Assurance Assistant

📍 Penrith, Cumbria
🕒 Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm
đź“… Alternate Sundays (fair rota system)

Riverside Recruitment are excited to be working with an award-winning food producer in Penrith to recruit a Quality Assurance Assistant.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing business at an exciting stage of its journey. Our client has built an outstanding reputation within the industry and is known for its excellent company culture, supportive team environment, and attractive employee benefits.

If you have previous QA experience within food manufacturing and are looking to join a business where your contribution is valued, we'd love to hear from you.

The Role:

As a Quality Assurance Assistant, you will be responsible for supporting the site’s quality and food safety standards, ensuring products consistently meet customer and regulatory requirements.

Working as part of a friendly and experienced team, you'll play a key role in maintaining quality throughout the production process.

What We're Looking For:
  • Previous Quality Assurance experience, ideally within a food manufacturing environment
    • Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
    • Good communication and teamwork abilities
    • A proactive approach and commitment to maintaining high standards
    • Understanding of food safety and quality procedures

What's On Offer?
  • ÂŁ30,000 - ÂŁ35,000 per annum, DOE
    • Join an award-winning and well-established food producer
    • Excellent company culture and working environment
    • Supportive management team and colleagues
    • Genuine opportunities for development as the business continues to grow
    • Attractive benefits package
    • Stable Monday to Friday working pattern with a fair Sunday rota

Please note: Due to the rural location of the site, candidates will require their own transport.

If you're looking for your next challenge within Quality Assurance and want to be part of a successful, growing business, apply today through Riverside Recruitment.

Reference: 112144692 · Posted 3 weeks ago · Closes 16 Aug 2026 · Listed via Riverside Recruitment

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