Production Quality Controller

Puratos; Sittingbourne; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food solutions company is seeking a Production Quality Controller in Sittingbourne, UK. The successful candidate will ensure the quality and safety of food products, manage label checks, and maintain production standards. Ideal candidates have previous experience in food manufacturing and must possess strong numeracy and literacy skills. The role offers competitive pay, a bonus scheme, and opportunities for career growth within a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Pay: £12.32 per hour

5% bonus scheme

22 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Opportunities for career growth

Comprehensive training and support

Employee benefits platform

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Previous experience in FMCG or food manufacturing and machine operation is ideal.
• Own means of transport required due to rural location and shift pattern.

Responsibilities

• Check label information and print quality.
• Maintain quality and food safety of the finished product.
• Ensure correct product/quantity production according to the plan.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.

Skills

High levels of numeracy and literacy

Effective communication

Attention to detail

Flexibility and multi-tasking

Education

Certificate in basic food hygiene

HACCP

Job description

Join the Magic

Our Mission

At Puratos, we create innovative food solutions for the health and well-being of people everywhere. As the global leader in bakery, patisserie and chocolate ingredients, we help our customers to be successful with their business, by turning technologies and experiences from food cultures around the world into new opportunities.

We are more than 10,000 employees in over 85 countries and a consolidated turnover of 3.1 billion euros (in 2023). Our passion for innovation, a pioneering spirit and the unique Puratos culture drive our solid growth and vision for the future. This, along with our commitment to our local communities, is what makes working at Puratos so magical.

To strengthen our team in Puratos Fourayes, near Sittingbourne, Kent, we are looking for a:

Production Quality Controller

Sittingbourne UK

Your Mission

Working in conjunction with the line supervisor the successful candidate will be responsible for label checking, the quality and food safety of the finished product - fillings/jams/mincemeats following the production plan and ensuring that the product is manufactured safely and efficiently to achieve the customers’ delivery and quality expectations.

What You Will Do

• Label information and print quality.
• Quality and food safety of the finished product, recording quality scores on the relevant documents.
• Ensuring correct product/quantity for each customer is produced in line with the Production plan.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
  
  

What We Expect From You

• The successful candidate should have high levels of numeracy and literacy and, will ideally have previous experience of FMCG or food manufacturing and machine operation, a certificate in basic food hygiene and HACCP would be desirable, though not essential.
• Effective communication with other staff members.
• Attention to detail.
• Flexibility and multi-tasking
• Due to our rural location and the shift pattern, you will need to have your own means of transport to the site.
  
  

What You Can Expect From Puratos

• Pay: £12.32 per hour.
• 5% bonus scheme.
• Working pattern: Core hours are Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week. Alternating weeks working 06:00 – 14:00 1 week and 14:00 – 22:00 the following week.
• 22 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays.
• Opportunities for career growth and development.
• Comprehensive training and support, with 4 training days planned for every worker in 2025.
• Employee benefits platform.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• A positive and inclusive work environment.
  
  

We are a warm family company with a historical growth track record and a clear long-term vision for the future. We promote a caring, trustful and respectful work environment by putting people first.

We at Puratos cultivate an inclusive global workplace that fully embraces diversity and equal

opportunities for all. We strive to reflect the richness of our customers, communities and society, accelerating our ability to innovate and deliver on our commitments.

If you'd like to know a bit more about what we do at Puratos Fourayes follow this link: https://www.puratos.co.uk/en/about-puratos/puratos-fourayes