Quality Assurance Controller

Cogent Staffing; Dudley Hill; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Quality Assurance Controller in Dudley Hill, UK. The role involves ensuring quality compliance in both office and production settings. Candidates should have experience in quality assurance, especially in food manufacturing, and must be available for Sunday shifts. This permanent position offers £13.75 per hour with flexible hours based on production needs. Join us for an inclusive recruitment experience.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in quality assurance, preferably in a food manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of internal and external audit processes.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Must be available to work on Sundays.

Responsibilities

• Complete daily technical and quality paperwork, ensuring accuracy.
• Monitor production lines for quality and compliance.
• Ensure hygiene procedures are followed.
• Conduct regular tests and maintain records.
• Investigate and resolve customer complaints.

Skills

Quality assurance experience

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Confidence in audit activities

Ability to work in production and office settings

Job description

Cogent Staffing are recruiting for a Quality Assurance Controller to join our client in Bradford. This is a permanent, dual office / production-based role, with working hours of 5 days out of 7.

Shift & salary :

• £13.75 per hour.
• Permanent role.
• Half in production, half in the office.
• Office Hours : 7 AM to 4 PM.
• Sunday & Tuesday : 6 AM start
• Other Days : 7 AM start
• Finish time : Once production is complete for the day.
• Flexible Hours : If additional hours are needed, employees can complete tasks in the office after production.
• Weekend Requirement : Must be available to work on Sundays.

Key responsibilities :

• Complete daily technical and quality paperwork, ensuring all documentation is accurate and up-to-date.
• Monitor production lines for quality, labeling, and compliance with specifications.
• Ensure hygiene procedures are followed, including monitoring line cleaning and PPE changes.
• Conduct regular tests (ATP, Gluten) and maintain records of checks (PPE, jewellery, site temperatures).
• Collect samples and swabs for weekly microbiological testing.
• Investigate and resolve customer complaints promptly.
• Manage supplier files, ensuring all specifications and certifications are current.
• Collaborate with the NPD team during product launches to confirm specifications.
• Create and update work instructions as necessary.

The candidate :

• Previous experience in quality assurance, preferably in a food manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of internal and external audit processes.
• Confidence in managing and executing audit activities.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in both production and office settings.
• Must be available to work on Sundays.

At Cogent Staffing, we are committed to ethical recruitment practices and fostering an inclusive workplace. We actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, gender, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. We believe that diversity enriches our teams and enhances our ability to serve our clients effectively.

We ensure that our recruitment processes are fair, transparent, and free from bias, promoting equal opportunities for all applicants