Job Description

Company Overview

United Petfood is a leading private label producer of high-quality pet food, biscuits, and snacks. With a commitment to excellence and innovation, we produce our products entirely in-house, ensuring the highest quality standards. Our dedicated team works closely with partners to create tailored pet food solutions that meet specific needs.

Summary

We are seeking an Internal Auditor to join our team at United Petfood. In this role, you will play a vital part in ensuring the integrity of our financial processes and compliance with regulations. Your expertise will help us maintain our commitment to quality and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

Conduct internal audits to assess the effectiveness of financial controls and compliance. Analyze financial data and processes to identify areas for improvement. Prepare detailed audit reports with findings and recommendations for management. Collaborate with various departments to ensure adherence to financial policies. Monitor the implementation of audit recommendations and follow up on progress. Assist in the development of audit plans based on risk assessments.

Requirements

Proven experience as an internal auditor or in a similar role. Strong analytical skills with attention to detail. Proficiency in accounting software and financial analysis tools. Knowledge of financial services regulations and compliance requirements. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
If you are passionate about ensuring financial integrity and want to contribute to the success of a dynamic company, we invite you to apply for the Internal Auditor position at United Petfood today!

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The hours of work and shift patterns are: Monday - Friday 8.30am - 4:30pm 40 hours

The rates of pay are: 17.50

Main Responsibility

Audit completion against the defined schedule with relevant evidence of compliance

Practical Factory Standards Audits

Hygiene Audits

Auditing of Service Providers included in the Internal Audit Program

CCP / Food Safety Audits

Auditing of Customer COP's and auditing standards

Communicating NC's to relevant parties and supporting NC closure and subsequent verification

Escalating food safety and legality issues identified during the audit process

Hosting monthly internal audit meetings

Undertake other tasks relating to the effective operation and continual improvement of the Quality and Operational activities and customer standards and directives that may be required from time to time or as a permanent addition to accountabilities and responsibilities

The Ideal Candidate

Qualifications

Intermediate HACCP and Food Safety

Internal Auditor

Experience

Minimum 2 years in a Food Manufacturing environment in an auditing or compliance monitoring role

Knowledge of regulatory requirements for BRCGS Global Standard Food Safety (Issue 9)

Experience with 2nd and 3rd party standard requirements

Detailed knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

Knowledge of HACCP and Food Safety Legislations

Skills

Demonstrate flexibility in working hours to meet deadlines or production requirements

Good communication skills and attention to detail, able to influence internally and externally

Excellent written and spoken English

Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications

Ability to communicate professionally at all levels from customer technical representatives to manufacturing site personnel and consumers

Able to prioritise & organise own workload and work to time deadlines

Self-motivated and highly resilient

Ability to problem solve and influence in a fast paced environment with sometimes conflicting priorities

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary
Contract length: 6 months

Pay: 17.50 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

Company pension Employee discount Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance On-site parking
Schedule:

8 hour shift Day shift Monday to Friday Overtime
Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 30/06/2025