Food Quality Controller – Temp to Perm

Workforce Staffing; Hereford; On-site; GBP 18,597 - 19,286; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and development

Career progression

Friendly team

Job summary

Workforce Staffing in Hereford is seeking a Quality Controller for a busy food manufacturing and packhouse facility in the Marden area. The role is full-time, currently on a temporary-to-permanent basis, with a hands-on focus on ensuring products meet strict food safety, quality, and customer standards.

You will carry out routine quality checks, monitor lines, and complete traceability paperwork while supporting production teams to maintain hygiene and quality.

Qualifications

• Experience in food manufacturing or quality assurance (preferred).
• Strong attention to detail and a proactive attitude.
• Good communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.
• Basic understanding of food hygiene and safety standards.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine quality checks on incoming and finished products
• Monitor production lines to ensure compliance with food safety standards (HACCP, GMP)
• Complete quality and traceability paperwork accurately
• Report and escalate any non-conformance or product issues
• Support production teams to maintain high hygiene and quality standards
• Assist with audits and internal inspections
• Ensure all products meet company and retailer specifications

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication skills

Food hygiene knowledge

Proactive attitude

Job description

Workforce Staffing in Hereford is seeking a Quality Controller for a busy food manufacturing and packhouse facility in the Marden area. The role is full-time, currently on a temporary-to-permanent basis, with a hands-on focus on ensuring products meet strict food safety, quality, and customer standards.

You will carry out routine quality checks, monitor lines, and complete traceability paperwork while supporting production teams to maintain hygiene and quality.