Quality Controller - Fresh Produce

Job Title: Quality Controller

Location: Outskirts of Canterbury

Salary: £13.45 starting, increasing to £15.27 once competent at Level 3 requirements

Hours:

Multiple shift patterns available — 5 on, 2 off | 4 on, 4 off | 4 on, 3 off | 3 on, 4 off – will be discussed at interview.

Working hours will generally be between 6.30am – 7.00pm (shorter days outside of peak and longer hours during peak, flexibility will be required to meet the demands of the business).

Our Client:

Is a well-established fresh produce company located on the outskirts of Canterbury. Specialising in the supply of fresh produce to major retailers across the UK.

Role Summary:

You will be responsible for ensuring all incoming, in-process and outgoing products meet strict quality and customer standards. Working closely with the production, technical and packing teams, you will carry out regular inspections, document findings and assist in maintaining compliance with food safety regulations.

Benefits:

• 28 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays)
• Free parking
• Overtime paid at +25%
• An additional £2 per hour once Level 3 competent
• Progression opportunities
• Company pension

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure the quality of packed produce.
• Ensure food safety, fruit quality and packaging information meet customer’s specifications.
• Implement quality control procedures.
• Complete documentation correctly and ensure it is filed appropriately.
• Undertake inspections and checks to ensure fruit meets customer requirements.
• Highlight and communicate any quality trends or product non-conformance.
• Ensure compliance data and quality control processes are maintained to BRC/Customer standard.
• Assist with internal/external audits when required.
• Ensure incoming raw material and shelf life samples are assessed against the specification.
• Follow intake and shelf life procedures as per the quality management system.
• Ensure incoming raw material and returns are inspected before being processed.

Experience and Skills Required:

• Previous experience of working with fresh produce.
• Experience as a QC/QA in fresh produce.
• HACCP knowledge.
• Food Safety Awareness.
• Communication skills.
• A good level of English.
• A team player.
• Attention to detail.
• A proactive problem solver.

Next Steps:

If this sounds like the ideal position for you and you have the experience outlined above, then please apply and you will be contacted by a member of our team if your CV matches our requirements.

If you would like any further information before applying, then please call Ellie (Permanent Consultant) on 01233 646632.

Alternatively, if you know someone who may be suitable for this role please share the details, if you successfully refer a friend, you will receive a £50 voucher *terms apply*.