QA Inspector (HP&F)

International Procurement and Logistics Limited; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

15% Asda in-store discount

Enhanced pension scheme

Life Assurance

Job summary

International Procurement and Logistics Limited (IPL Whittlesey) is seeking a Quality Assurance Inspector to join our onsite Quality Team at the Whittlesey site. The role involves conducting product inspections, QA checks on incoming goods, and reporting findings to support Asda specifications.

The position is permanent, based onsite with a Tuesday–Saturday schedule, and requires strong IT skills, prior QA experience, and a collaborative mindset to ensure quality across all processes.

Qualifications

• Proven QA experience in manufacturing or fresh produce environments.
• Proficient in MS PowerPoint, Word and Excel.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills, with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Conduct product inspections to ensure compliance with ASDA specifications.
• Perform QA inspections of incoming products and complete accurate reports.
• Maintain SOPs and liaise with Commercial and Planning teams.

Skills

QA experience

PowerPoint

Excel

Team player

Tools

HP&F products

Job description

About The Role

Join Our Dynamic Onsite Quality Team at IPL Whittlesey! We are thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity for a Quality Assurance Inspector to become a vital part of our onsite Quality Team at our House Plants & Flowers site in Whittlesey. If you are passionate about Product Quality and eager to contribute to a dynamic team, this role is perfect for you!

Position Details:

Schedule: Tuesday - Saturday, 8:00am - 4:45pm

Location: IPL Whittlesey - Site Based Role

Contract Type: Permanent

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct product inspections to ensure compliance with ASDA specifications for product and packaging
• Perform comprehensive quality assurance inspections of incoming products
• Complete accurate QA reports without disrupting operations
• Fast-track positive release of products to the depot
• Ensure ongoing compliance through interaction with site operations
• Act as a stand-in for the QA Leader when necessary
• Cover third-party site locations in the UK during event campaigns
• Conduct vase life tests according to the site schedule
• Perform raw material testing and trials as per site processes and colleague requests
• Complete competitor vase life tests as requested by the site and relevant teams
• Conduct online inspections to meet ASDA specifications
• Complete all system and line documentation within operations
• Communicate effectively with the wider business, including Commercial and Planning teams
• Complete and communicate raw material documentation to country offices and growers
• Fulfil all training requirements and adhere to SOPs and guidelines
• Oversee stock rotation and report any breaches of shelf-life rules
• Randomly inspect finished goods against FG specifications
• Respond promptly to production online inspections following depot communications
• Maintain a flexible shift approach for events and campaigns
• Report any quality issues to the Quality SOL and Planning functions

What We Are Looking For

• Proficient in IT skills, including PowerPoint, Word, and Excel
• Previous QA experience, preferably within a factory, manufacturing, or fresh produce environment
• Knowledge of HP&F products
• Excellent communication skills and a strong team player
• Experience working in a factory environment (desirable)
• HACCP knowledge (desirable)

What's in it for you?

At IPL, Forza, and Kober, we're dynamic businesses, dedicated to fostering the development of our colleagues and creating an exceptional work environment. We believe in the power of teamwork and collaboration to drive our success. To continue our growth, we're seeking individuals who embody our values, culture, and commitment.

In return, we offer opportunities for professional development, a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• 15% Asda In-store Discount
• Paid Annual Leave Allowance – varies depending on shift pattern
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Life Assurance - All our colleagues benefit from life assurance of 4 x their annual base salary
• Help@hand - Free, direct access to health and wellbeing support service, including unlimited video consultations with a UK-based GP 24/7, physiotherapy, and mental health support
• Grocery Aid - We’ve partnered with Grocery Aid to provide our colleagues and their families with a wide range of emotional, practical, and financial support services
• Electric Vehicle Scheme*
• Asda Mobile Discount - 30% off a wide range of Asda Mobile bundles and add-ons for our colleagues and one of their family members
• Discounted health assessments - We have exclusively negotiated rates on Self-Pay BUPA Health Assessments for you and members of your household
• Asda Pet Insurance discount – Up to 10% Discount
• Mortgage Advice Bureau (MAB) - MAB can provide fee‑free*, no‑obligation mortgage and protection advice
• Exclusive Exchange Rates via Asda Money - our colleagues can get a better exchange rate for their travel money when buying currency through Asda Travel Money (TravelEx)
• Ride-to-work scheme - We work with Evans to provide our colleagues with great savings across their range of bikes, clothing, and equipment
• Care Concierge - The Care Experts. Talk to us - we're listening - Legal & General’s Care Concierge resource

Plus, lots more! Depending on job band, other fantastic benefits are also available including private healthcare, car allowances, and long-term incentive schemes.

About Us

Our purpose here at IPL, Forza & Kober is simple, we are one team who creates exceptional value for our customers and our mission is to support Asda on their journey to becoming #2 in the marketplace.

Through our people we live and breathe our values and we do so wholeheartedly. We are a community of passionate individuals who possess a wide variety of skills and expertise, who work collectively to form a high performing team and a company to be proud of.

We are committed to a fully inclusive business that is representative of our customers, locations and the communities we serve. We recognise the value in diversity and welcome applications from all candidates regardless of sex, age, race, religion, gender or sexual identity and socio-economic background. We are committed to making IPL, Forza and Kober a place where everyone can enjoy a successful career and have systems in place to support all our colleagues.

We are seeking applications from candidates who share our values, culture and celebrate diversity in all its forms.

Our culture is our people and our people are our culture!