Quality Control Operator

Jacob Thomas Associates; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 29,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Quality Control Operator to join their dynamic team in East Nottingham. This role offers an exciting opportunity to ensure product quality and compliance in a fast-paced food production environment. The ideal candidate will bring strong organizational and communication skills, along with a proactive approach to problem-solving. With a focus on continuous improvement, you will play a key role in maintaining high standards and supporting the production team. Enjoy a generous benefits package, including a pension scheme and ample holiday time, while contributing to a company known for its innovative approach to food production.

Benefits

Excellent working environment

Generous company pension scheme

25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Opportunities for progression

Immediate start available

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Experience in quality control or food production.
• Ability to manage multiple production activities.

Responsibilities

• Perform calibration checks and verify compliance of products.
• Input data into QA systems and prepare production samples.
• Engage in continuous improvement and assist in investigations.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Computer Proficiency

Self-motivation

Teamwork

Tools

QA / NAV systems

Job description

Salary: £28,400 per annum

Location: East Nottingham

A vacancy has arisen for a Quality Control Operator at our client's East Nottingham production site. Reporting to the Quality Assurance Manager, the role is suited to an individual experienced in a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary environment. Due to the nature of the role, flexibility to work additional hours, weekends, and shifts during seasonal periods may be required.

Our client has established a reputation in food production, combining century-old expertise with innovative techniques to create unique products.

The Benefits:

• Excellent working environment
• Generous company pension scheme
• 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
• Opportunities for progression
• Immediate start available
• Free on-site parking

The Role:

• Perform calibration checks of scales, metal detectors, check-weighers, and manual thermometers as needed
• Verify compliance of delivered and packed products to specifications and report issues to QA Supervisor
• Input data into QA / NAV systems
• Prepare production sample kits
• Organize and log production samples for micro and chemistry evaluation
• Coordinate and present traceability exercises as required
• Engage in continuous improvement within the department
• Assist in developing systems, controls, and reducing paperwork
• Participate in foreign body and complaint investigations
• Conduct periodic environmental swabbing, auditing, and shelf-life sample evaluations

Our Ideal Candidate:

• Organized with the ability to manage multiple production activities
• Excellent communication skills, both spoken and written in English
• Assertive and confident
• Proficient with computer systems and software
• Logical planner with good organizational skills
• Self-motivated and able to work independently
• A team player

Interested in this opportunity? Please apply directly through this website or call us at 0116 277 9854. Alternatively, view our other available vacancies by clicking here.

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