Quality Control Food Production

Interaction Recruitment PLC; Sittingbourne; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mon-Fri working pattern

Rotating shifts

Temp-to-perm opportunity

Supportive environment

Skill development

Job summary

Interaction Recruitment PLC is recruiting a Quality Controller to join a busy fruit farm production team based in Sittingbourne. The role is within the production facility where jams, pie fillings and sauces are manufactured.

The position offers rotating shifts (6:00–14:00 and 14:00–22:00), Monday to Friday, with a temp-to-perm path and opportunities to develop within a growing food production business.

Qualifications

• Previous quality control or food production experience is desirable.
• Good understanding of food safety and quality procedures.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Computer literate and confident using systems to check and prepare dispatch paperwork, labels and production records.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Full UK driving licence and own transport is essential.
• Reliable with a positive, proactive work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Carry out quality checks throughout the production process.
• Test and record pH levels of jams, sauces and pie fillings.
• Monitor production to ensure products meet required quality standards.
• Produce, check and prepare dispatch labels using computer systems.
• Check and prepare dispatch paperwork, ensuring all details are accurate and complete.
• Ensure all ingredients and allergens are accurately listed on product labels.
• Complete and maintain accurate quality records and production documentation.
• Use computer systems to update records, complete checks and support the dispatch process.
• Ensure products meet food safety, customer and company requirements.
• Maintain high food safety and quality standards at all times.

Skills

Quality control

Food production

Attention to detail

Driving licence

Job description

Reference
QC BICK Salary
£13 - £13/hour Job Location
- United Kingdom -- England -- South East England -- Kent -- Bicknor Job Type
Temporary Posted
14 October 2026

Quality Controller - Food Production

Location: Sittingbourne
Pay: £13.00 per hour

Hours:
6:00am – 2:00pm
2:00pm – 10:00pm (rotational shifts)

Contract: Temp to Perm
Days: Monday to Friday

Requirement: Must have a full driving licence and own transport due to the rural location.

About the Role

We are recruiting a Quality Controller to join a busy food production team based at a fruit farm in Sittingbourne. While the business grows fruit, this role is based within the production facility where jams, pie fillings and sauces are manufactured.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a keen eye for detail who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and is looking for a long-term opportunity with the potential to secure a permanent position.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out quality checks throughout the production process.
• Test and record pH levels of jams, sauces and pie fillings.
• Monitor production to ensure products meet required quality standards.
• Produce, check and prepare dispatch labels using computer systems.
• Check and prepare dispatch paperwork, ensuring all details are accurate and complete.
• Ensure all ingredients and allergens are accurately listed on product labels.
• Complete and maintain accurate quality records and production documentation.
• Use computer systems to update records, complete checks and support the dispatch process.
• Ensure products meet food safety, customer and company requirements.
• Maintain high food safety and quality standards at all times.

What We're Looking For

• Previous quality control or food production experience is desirable.
• Good understanding of food safety and quality procedures.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Computer literate and confident using systems to check and prepare dispatch paperwork, labels and production records.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Full UK driving licence and own transport is essential.
• Reliable with a positive, proactive work ethic.

What We Offer

• Monday to Friday working pattern.
• Rotating shifts.
• Temp-to-perm opportunity for the right candidate.
• Supportive and friendly working environment.
• Opportunity to develop your skills within a growing food production business.

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