Quality Assurance Operator - Weekdays, Training & Growth

Bidcorp Group; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary based on experience

Full training and ongoing development

Mon-Fri pattern with no regularWeekend

Job summary

Yarde Farm is seeking a dedicated Quality Operative to maintain high food safety, quality and compliance standards across our Devon production site.

You will carry out routine quality checks, sample and test products, monitor hygiene and record results, assist with audits, and support corrective actions with Production and Technical teams.

Great communication, attention to detail and the ability to work in a hands-on team environment are essential, with training provided where needed.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to high standards.
• Good organisational and record-keeping skills.
• Confident communicator with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Basic IT skills and experience completing quality documentation.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine quality checks throughout the production process.
• Conduct product sampling, testing, and record results accurately.
• Monitor production areas to ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and quality standards.
• Complete quality documentation and maintain accurate records.
• Support allergen management and product traceability procedures.
• Assist with internal audits, GMP inspections, and hygiene assessments.
• Investigate and report quality issues, non-conformances, and customer complaints as required.
• Work closely with Production and Technical teams to ensure corrective actions are implemented.
• Verify product specifications, labels, coding, and packaging compliance.
• Promote a positive food safety and quality culture across the site.

Skills

Attention to detail

Record keeping

Communication

Teamwork

IT skills

Education

Food safety qualifications

Job description

Yarde Farm is seeking a dedicated Quality Operative to maintain high food safety, quality and compliance standards across our Devon production site.

You will carry out routine quality checks, sample and test products, monitor hygiene and record results, assist with audits, and support corrective actions with Production and Technical teams.

Great communication, attention to detail and the ability to work in a hands-on team environment are essential, with training provided where needed.