Factory Intake Quality Assurance in Corbridge

At ESG Drysdale we are recruiting for Factory Intake QA’s to join our new team. We are a supplier of fresh and prepared Brassicas to both UK retailers and food service providers. The role is based at our packing facility in the Scottish Borders.

We are looking for excellent communicators, flexible workers with enthusiasm for the food industry.

About the role

Working a 4 on, 4 off shift pattern from 6am-6pm you will be part of a fast paced and exciting team. Responsible for QA Intake, testing, monitoring and reporting on the quality of our raw materials. A key member of the team driving a quality first culture within the business.

Applicant

Previous experience in Quality Assurance or a background in the food industry is preferred. The ideal candidate will be a good communicator, work well in a team and be organised. There will be a large amount of paperwork, therefore a good level of English is required for this particular role.

You must have own transport due to the location of the factory as it is not served by public transport.

Job Description

• Performing product quality checks during the Intake of raw materials including reporting issues to the QA Manager.
• Supporting the Factory QA Supervisor to deliver improvement in your areas of responsibility and across the site.
• Collaborate across teams with shift managers, production staff and other relevant departments to ensure positive food safety and quality.
• Champion good manufacturing practices (GMP) and technical policies by advising staff on best practices.
• Monitor and accelerate any changes to quality or working practices to comply with the company specifications and procedures using the Factory Escalation Process.
• Deputising where required for Factory QA operatives on the Finished product lines and maintaining a positive food safety culture.
• Supporting the QA Manager, Technical Manager and Senior management during external visits and audits.

Benefits

• Competitive salary , depending on skills and experience.
• Enrolment in company Pension scheme

Please note we are not partnered with any recruitment agencies for this role. We kindly ask that recruitment agencies do not submit CV’s on behalf of candidates for this role.