Quality Control Operative Dayshift

Around Noon Ltd.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Around Noon is seeking a QC Operative to perform critical operations checks in the manufacturing process at our Slough site. The role involves traceability, CCP verification, and ensuring food safety compliance across production lines.

You will support audits, handle non-conformances, and maintain production records while collaborating with clients and internal teams in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Good communication skills in English (interpersonal, listening, written and oral).
• Strong analytical, problem solving and decision-making abilities.
• Good planning, organisational and time management skills.
• Good knowledge of Current Good Manufacturing Practices and food safety.
• Trustworthy and reliable.
• Ability to work as part of a team and contribute positively.
• Willingness to take accountability and work without supervision.

Responsibilities

• Traceability systems verification.
• Food safety systems verification including CCPs.
• Line release processes including Ultrasnap swabs for line verification.
• GMP audits and hygiene/fabrication audits; act as enforcer.
• Golden sample, sensory testing, product breakdown, and weight checks.
• Address Non-Conformance and implement corrective actions.
• Root cause analysis for complaints.
• Maintain production records and filing.
• Implement policies, SOPs, quality systems and programs.
• Participate in audits and inspections (internal, third-party, customer).
• Audit quality control of raw materials, packaging components, labels and finished products.
• Respond to queries from management, customers and suppliers promptly.
• Comply with food hygiene and company procedures; follow health and safety rules.

Skills

Communication

Analytical thinking

Planning & Organisation

GMP knowledge

Reliability

Teamwork

English language proficiency

Job description

Job Description

The QC Operative will perform critical operations checks in the manufacturing process.

1. Job Title: QC Operative

2. Reports to: Technical Manager

3. Job Objective (Purpose):

The QC Operative will perform critical operations checks in the manufacturing process.

This is achieved by:

• Execution of Production WIP control and Documentation
• Execution of Goods Transfer & CCP Process Verification
• Managing high-performing partnerships
• An open dialogue with both clients and internal partners

4. Key Responsibilities / Accountabilities (Job Duties and Tasks)

Technical

• 1.Traceability systems verification
• 2.Food safety systems verification including CCP’s
• 3.Line release processes including Ultrasnap swabs for line verification
• 4.HC GMP audits & GMP enforcer with hygiene and fabrication auditor
• 5.Golden sample, sensory tasting, product breakdown, and weight checks
• 6.Non Conformance & Corrective actions
• 7.Complaint RCA Root cause analysis
• 8.Production records assistant & filling
• 9.Implementation of policies, operating procedures, quality systems and programs
• 10.Participate in all regulatory, third party and customer audits and inspections, and corrective action response
• 11.Audit quality control of raw materials, packaging components, labels, and finished products to ensure compliance with established specifications and regulatory standards.
• 12.Participate in internal audits
• 13.Respond to any management/customer/supplier queries quickly and effectively
• 14.Comply with all food hygiene requirements and company procedures
• 15.Comply with all health and safety requirements, following company policies and procedures

Administration

• 1.Analyse data or information identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts by breaking down information or data into separate parts
• 2.Organise, plan and prioritise work developing specific goals and plans to accomplish work
• 3.Record, store, or maintain information in written or electronic form

General

This is an extremely fast paced position within the company and you will interact with most company departments. Work hours are irregular and will be influenced by problems needing instant action. You will be working in a temperature-controlled environment.

The following are expected from you:

• 1.Current experience within the Food Industry
• 2.Technical Knowledge
• 3.Thoroughness
• 4.IT Competent
• 5.Ability to work without supervision and on own initiative, self-motivated/driven
• 6.Strong Customer Service mindset
• 7.Analysing logistical problems and producing new solutions
• 8.Keep up-to-date technically and apply new knowledge to your job
• 9.Uphold the Around Noon Beliefs and Guiding Principles

The above duties are the minimum required, other duties may be added at any time. The job description may need to be reviewed in the light of any new developments as the role progresses. It should not be regarded as restrictive or definitive but acts as a broad guide to the demands of the post.

5. Personal Specification

• 1.Good Communication Skills in English (interpersonal, listening, written and oral) and a working knowledge of English
• 2.Strong analytical, problem solving and decision-making abilities
• 3.Good planning, organisational and time management skills
• 4.A good knowledge of Current Good Manufacturing Practices and food safety
• 5.Be trustworthy and reliable
• 6.The ability to work as part of team and make a positive contribution
• 7.Ability to take accountability, make decisions and work on own initiative without supervision
• 8.A flexible approach to work to meet the needs of the business and the role
• 9.Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of human relations skills, principles and team building processes

810 Oxford Avenue, Slough Trading Estate, SL1 4LN, Slough, Berkshire, England