Raw Material QA

Raw Materials QA

Humdinger, Sherburn in Elmet, LS25 6PJ

Position type: Temporary, Full-time (Fixed term contract ending January 2026)

Hours: 37.5

Shift Pattern: Monday - Friday, 08:30 - 16:30

Pay range: £24,768 /annum

Breaks: 30 minutes

• Oversee daily deliveries and check materials for compliance.
• Monitor and clear items from the embargo list promptly.
• Test raw materials to ensure they meet standards (e.g., certifications, approvals, size, shelf life, viscosity, weight, micro-sampling).
• Complete and document scheduled micro-sampling for due diligence.
• Review and sign off test results against required standards.
• Escalate and document any out-of-spec results, ensuring corrective actions are taken.
• Report issues and support timely resolution with Operations and Technical Teams.
• Assist the Analytical Services team with lab testing as needed.
• Draft and update procedures.
• Maintain warehouse segregation controls per risk assessments.
• Conduct internal warehouse audits for compliance.
• Review COP requirements for key customers.
• Perform additional tasks to support smooth operations.
• Contribute to project work as required.

Essential: 

• Strong proficiency in English and Mathematics
• Knowledge of pest control, supported by relevant training
• Solid understanding of GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) standards
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to perform effectively under pressure
• Prior experience in a fast-paced FMCG (Fast-Moving Consumer Goods) environment

Desirable: 

• Level 3 HACCP certification
• Level 3 Food Hygiene qualification
• Training in Segregation and Integrity
• Experience with COP (Code of Practice) reviews
• Proven track record in complaints reduction

• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays. 
• Pension (4% Employer Contributions) 
• Life Assurance Scheme at x4 basic salary.  
• Health Care Cash Plan via Paycare (Dental, Optical, Chiropody, Professional Therapy, Counselling cover), along with access to Paycare Perks for exclusive high street and retailer discounts.  
• Holiday Purchase Salary Sacrifice Scheme – buy up to one extra week per year (subject to meeting minimum criteria) 
• Cycle to Work Salary Sacrifice Scheme (subject to meeting minimum criteria) 
• Electric Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme  (subject to meeting minimum criteria) 
• Family friendly policies including Maternity and Paternity leave above the statutory minimum
• Annual engagement calendar covering an array of activities and educational events promoting diversity and inclusion 
• Participate in supporting your local community with opportunities to spend one day per year volunteering or fundraising and gain company-matched sponsorship.
• Company Wellbeing agenda including annual Wellbeing Week, Menopause Support Group and Mental Health First Aid programme
• Access to staff shops with exclusive discounts
• Monthly employee recognition scheme via the ‘Zertus Values Awards’
• Recruitment Refer a Friend rewards
• Training and Development Opportunities (Leadership courses, External qualifications, Professional memberships)  
• Engagement with GroceryAid

At Humdinger, we transform coco, nuts, seeds, fruit, and pulses into delectable snacks and chocolates for both our in-house label and renowned branded ranges. With a robust and continually growing portfolio, we've earned compliments for our commitment to quality and continuous product innovation. You might have enjoyed our products before, perhaps without even realising it! 

Situated in Heckington (Sleaford), Sherburn in Elmet and Bromborough, we are an integral part of the Zertus UK & Ireland Snacking & Chocolate Market Unit, collaborating with other esteemed food manufacturers nationwide. Join us on a flavourful journey where innovation, quality, and a passion for snacking come together. Our talented teams have created a growing portfolio of our own famous brands including NOMO, Sun Valley Nuts, Kinnerton Kids, The Fruit Factory, Yum & Yay, Humzingers, as well as collaborations with Bailey's, Guinness and Budweiser!   

Humdinger is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. 

Your application will be reviewed as part of our selection process. If you’re shortlisted, a member of our Recruitment or HR team will contact you by phone or email (please check your junk mail). From there, if you advance, your application will be shared with the hiring manager for further review. If selected, you will be invited to an onsite interview, which may be one or two stages and could include a factory tour. 

Please let us know if you require any special arrangements or adjustments to be made for your interview by speaking with the Talent Acquisition team at application stage. The provision of this information is likely to include special category data and is therefore covered by data protection laws. We ask for this information so that we are fully aware of any adjustments needed and we will use the information provided to inform our decisions about making those changes.