Quality Control Operative

Watts Farms; Ditton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fresh produce supplier in Ditton is seeking a Quality Control Operative to ensure food safety standards are met. In this role, you will assess raw materials and finished goods, verify product documentation, and maintain hygiene standards. Ideal candidates will have HACCP knowledge and communication skills. Join a friendly team offering development opportunities and employee benefits, including holiday and staff discounts. If you are passionate about food quality, we would love to hear from you.

Benefits

31 days holiday (including bank holidays)

20% Staff Discount

Payment reward for Friend Referrals

Development & Training opportunities

Onsite staff canteen area

Qualifications

• Knowledge of HACCP principles and willingness to complete Intermediate Food Hygiene training.
• Experience working to product specifications for raw materials or finished goods.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, in English.
• Previous experience in a food production, warehouse, or quality control environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess and record the quality of raw materials and dispatched goods against specifications.
• Verify product labelling, packaging, and documentation for customer orders.
• Check that cleaning, hygiene, and stock rotation procedures are followed correctly.
• Carry out pre-use checks on facilities and equipment such as cold stores and scales.
• Ensure all site hygiene and safety standards are upheld.
• Maintain accurate and complete QC records.
• Support the Technical and Warehouse teams in improving product quality.

Skills

Knowledge of HACCP principles

Strong communication skills in English

Proactive, hands-on approach

Experience in food production or quality control

Job description

We're looking for a Quality Control Operative to help us maintain the high standards our customers expect. Working within our busy Aylesford site, you'll play a key role in checking and recording the quality of raw materials and finished goods, ensuring every product leaving our site meets specification and is handled to the highest food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Assessing and recording the quality of raw materials and dispatched goods against specifications.
• Verifying product labelling, packaging, and documentation for customer orders.
• Checking that cleaning, hygiene, and stock rotation procedures are followed correctly.
• Carrying out pre-use checks on facilities and equipment such as cold stores and scales.
• Ensuring all site hygiene and safety standards are upheld by staff, visitors, and contractors.
• Maintaining accurate and complete QC records and reporting any quality concerns promptly.
• Supporting the Technical and Warehouse teams to drive continuous improvement in product quality and food safety.

Work hours: 48 hours per week, 06:30 - 16:30, 5 days a week.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of HACCP principles and Intermediate Food Hygiene training (or willingness to complete).
• Experience working to product specifications for raw materials or finished goods.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, in English.
• A proactive, hands‑on approach and confidence working in a fast‑paced environment.
• Previous experience in a food production, warehouse, or quality control environment would be an advantage, but full training will be provided for the right candidate.

Benefits

• 31 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• 20% Staff Discount
• Payment reward for Friend Referrals
• Development & Training opportunities
• Onsite staff canteen area offering refreshments

At Watts Farms, we're proud of our reputation for supplying the UK's leading retailers, wholesalers, and food service customers with top quality fresh produce. You'll be joining a friendly, hard‑working team that values high standards, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

If you're passionate about food quality and want to be part of a team that takes pride in what it delivers, we'd love to hear from you.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment. Please note: Employment checks will include Drugs & Alcohol test.