Quality Controller in Bodmin

Kepak is a global food company serving international retailers and food service household names with prime cuts of meat, on-trend food concepts and ready-for-market convenience foods. Kepak St. Merryn in Bodmin is a beef processing facility. We offer beef products ranging from retail ready cuts for butchers’ counters to branded packaged meat, all as part of our service; raised on open pastures, sourced from local farmers and hand-selected by our master butchers, we produce beef products with integrity and unmatched quality assurance.

We are currently looking for a Quality Controller who has some knowledge within a food manufacturing environment. This is a full time, permanent position working from 6.00am to production finish, Monday to Friday.

Role Description: You will be working at the Critical Control Point (CCP) stand facility. This is a critical role ensuring that all production processes meet the required standards and comply with food safety regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor and inspect all aspects of the production process to ensure compliance with CCP standards
• Conduct regular checks and tests to ensure that all products meet the required specifications and quality standards
• Identify and address any quality issues or defects in a timely manner
• Implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence of quality issues
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of quality inspections and tests
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address any quality-related concerns and implement process improvements as necessary

Requirements:

• Prior experience in a quality control role, preferably in a food production environment
• Knowledge of HACCP principles is desirable, although training will be given
• Thorough knowledge of CCP standards and food safety regulations
• Strong attention to detail and excellent analytical skills
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
• A flexible and proactive approach to work, with the ability to adapt to changing priorities

Benefits:

• Subsidised canteen serving multiple hot food options for breakfast and lunch
• 31 days annual leave per year (after probation)
• Employee Discount Platform - All Kepak employees are entitled to access to the WrkIt platform, which offers significant discounts and cashback with hundreds of brands.
• Hamper at Christmas for all employees.
• Company Pension
• Refer a Friend Scheme - Get up to £500 for successfully referring a friend or family member to Kepak Group.
• GroceryAid Employee Assistance Program - help with a wide range of topics including mental health and wellbeing support, family and relationship advice, debt management, back to work support, and counselling for all Kepak colleagues and their families.
• Long Service Awards - We recognise, acknowledge and award the dedication and valuable contribution of long serving employees
• Bike to Work Scheme - You can buy a bike and safety equipment through a salary sacrifice scheme which reduces your taxable income – meaning you pay less tax!