Quality Systems Support bei Westfalia Fruit

Come and join the leading #avoexperts 🥑

Westfalia Fruit is a leading multinational supplier of fresh fruit and related value-added products to global markets. Through our vertically-integrated supply chain we grow, source, ripen, pack, process and market quality avocadoes & fresh produce – 365 days a year & across the globe.

With the largest avocado-growing footprint in the world, we are recognised as the leading #avoexperts and considered as the supplier of choice to both retail & wholesale customers whom we serve from sales offices in the UK, Europe, North America, Latin America & Southern Africa.

We’re looking for two Quality Systems Support professionals to join our new team in, Spalding, UK.

Role Summary

The Quality Systems Support provides administrative and coordination support to ensure the effective running of the Quality Management System (QMS). The role focuses on document control, policy and procedure updates, coordination of the internal audit schedule, and supporting the closure of non-conformances across all sites and departments.

This position plays an essential role in maintaining compliance with food safety, legal, and customer standards, while supporting the Quality Systems Manager in embedding a culture of continuous improvement and operational efficiency across the business.

Travel Requirements

• Occasional travel to other UK sites to support audits or document reviews will be required.

Responsibilities include:

• Keep Quality Systems Sharp – Maintain and update QMS documentation to ensure policies and procedures are always current, compliant, and accessible.
• Champion Policy Rollouts – Support the implementation of new and updated policies across all business areas.
• Master of Document Control – Manage version control, archiving, and ensure seamless document accessibility in line with company standards.
• Lead Internal Audits – Coordinate and maintain a robust internal audit schedule across all sites, ensuring timely execution and trained auditors.
• Drive Compliance & Closure – Track audit findings, support departments with non-conformance resolutions, and provide regular status updates.
• Support Third-Party Success – Assist in preparing for external audits and certifications including BRC, GlobalG.A.P, and key customer standards.
• Promote Continuous Improvement – Help monitor site KPIs, support improvement actions, and maintain detailed performance records.
• Coach & Guide – Train internal auditors and teams on audit techniques, documentation standards, and best practices for compliance.
• Communicate with Impact – Share audit outcomes, system updates, and ensure quality records are accurate and audit-ready at all times.
• Work Across the Business – Collaborate with internal departments and external partners like certification bodies and service providers.

Requirements

Experience we look for:

Essential

• A-levels or equivalent required.
• HACCP Level 3 or willingness to complete.
• Experience managing documents and systems in a regulated environment.
• Strong IT and data management skills (Excel, Word, document management systems).
• Good organisational skills with attention to detail.
• Proactive and well-organised, able to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work across functions.
• Detail-oriented with a methodical approach.
• Team player with a willingness to learn and develop.

Desirable

• Further training in Food Safety, Auditing, or Quality Management desirable.
• Previous administrative or technical support experience in food manufacturing, FMCG, or fresh produce preferred.
• Exposure to audits (internal or external) desirable.
• Knowledge of food safety standards (HACCP, BRC, GMP) desirable.
• Experience in fresh produce, food manufacturing, or FMCG environment.
• Familiarity with BRCGS or customer technical standards.
• Training in internal auditing or document control systems.
• Continuous improvement mindset and interest in developing a career in Quality.

Benefits

What can Westfalia Fruit offer you?

• 20 days holidays
• Free on-site parking
• Additional Annual Leave day on your Birthday
• Company pension plan
• Medicash plan
• Life Insurance

Please note that this position does not have a specific closing date. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible as we will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis and the advert may be removed at any time.

We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, national origin, or veteran, neurodiversity or disability status.