QC Operative

Houghton Hams Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic factory environment seeks a Quality Control Operative passionate about ensuring high standards. Responsible for quality checks, monitoring production runs, and maintaining food safety compliance, you'll thrive in a fast-paced setting. Join Houghton Hams Ltd to grow and make a difference within our dedicated team.

Qualifications

• Experience in a chilled food handling environment preferred.
• Quality experience desirable.
• Willingness to work in a cold environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide continuous online quality review of products.
• Conduct weight checks and complete paperwork.
• Verify cooking temperatures and check cooling processes.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Effective communication

Job description

Are you passionate about quality control and eager to make a difference in a dynamic factory environment? We are looking for dedicated individuals with a keen eye for detail and a strong commitment to maintaining high-quality standards. As a Quality Control Operative, you will work closely with the Quality Manager, primarily within the production area. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and are reliable, punctual, and adaptable, this role could be perfect for you. Bring your tenacity, effective communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills to our team, and spend most of your time in the heart of our production environment. Embrace the challenge and grow with us!

Desirable Responsibilities & Experience

• Experience in a high-risk chilled food handling environment.
• Specific QC or Quality Monitoring experience.
• Ability to influence a manufacturing environment to drive positive changes.
• Knowledge of and experience with BRCGS audits.
• Understanding of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and Good Hygiene Practice (GHP) to control food contamination.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide continuous online quality review of products to ensure no substandard packs are dispatched.
• Check labels and change label reels as required.
• Perform general quality checks and complete paperwork.
• Conduct weight checks and complete related paperwork.
• Perform residual oxygen checks and complete paperwork.
• Conduct metal detector checks and complete paperwork.
• Ensure all due diligence paperwork is completed accurately.
• Continuously review designated areas to ensure no gaps.
• Ensure 100% coverage of all at-risk production runs as defined by managers or the technical department.
• Support breaks by reviewing products on other lines as required.
• Conduct manual temperature checks of the environment as required.
• Raise and close out GMP issues in real-time or pass them to the appropriate person for later resolution.
• Verify cooking temperatures and check cooling processes as assigned.

Skills / Experience

• Experience working in a food environment is essential (chilled environment preferred).
• Quality experience is desirable.
• Excellent attention to detail is required.
• Willingness and ability to work in a cold environment.
• Ability to work under pressure.

Accountabilities

The Quality Control Operative reports to the Quality Manager and is accountable to the Technical Manager, High-Risk Managers, and Operations Manager.

Candidates must live within a 45 minute commute of the location.