Quality Controller

FreeSpirits; Grimsby; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A seafood processing company in Grimsby is seeking a Quality Controller to ensure product quality and compliance with BRC regulations. The ideal candidate should have experience in a quality role and strong attention to detail. This full-time, permanent position offers various benefits including additional leave, a company pension, and a health & wellbeing programme.

Benefits

Company pension

Cycle to work scheme

Employee discount

Free parking

Sick pay

Health & wellbeing programme

Referral programme

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Quality role is required.
• Experience in a food production or factory environment is preferred.
• Further training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Carry out quality control duties using paperless systems.
• Work as part of a team to ensure technical and legal requirements are met.
• Accurately record product statistics and stock transactions.

Skills

Strong time management

High level of attention to detail

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Job description

Location

Grimsby Docks, Grimsby (DN31)

Pay

From £12.80 per hour

Job Description

Our client is an independent seafood business based in Grimsby. With a strong heritage and years of expertise, they specialise in sourcing high-quality fish and producing premium seafood products. Operating from our BRC AA‑grade factory at Grimsby Docks, we process fresh fish daily from trusted Scottish and Scandinavian suppliers. Our facility is fully equipped to handle a variety of processing needs, including boneless fillets, steaks, portions, and value‑added products such as flavoured and smoked fish. They are a forward‑thinking company that embraces advances in technology, ensuring that our processes remain efficient, innovative, and of the highest standard. They are also in the process of moving to a new, larger location within the same area, creating further opportunities for growth and development.

Role Overview

Our client is seeking a Quality Controller (QC) to support our factory operations by ensuring product quality and maintaining compliance with BRC regulations and HACCP procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out quality control duties using our paperless systems
• Work as part of a team to ensure all technical and legal requirements are met, reporting any issues as necessary
• Accurately record product statistics and stock transactions using automated systems
• Support supervisors and the quality team in maintaining health & safety compliance
• Ensure the factory always remains audit ready
• Ensure trace‑ability codes are maintained throughout the production process
• Assist with dispatch processes, ensuring quality standards are upheld
• Assist with the implementation of the quality training programme across the site

Qualifications & Experience

• Previous experience in a Quality role (required)
• Experience in a food production or factory environment (preferred)
• Strong time management and organisational skills
• High level of attention to detail
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment
• Further training will be provided

Working Hours & Benefits

• Hours: 05:30 AM finish, Monday‑Friday (typically 3 PM to 4 PM), with two 30‑minute unpaid breaks (start and finish times will alternate).
• Overtime Pay: 1.25× for weekends and bank holidays (alternate Saturdays).
• Holidays: 28 days (including 3 compulsory days for Christmas & New Year bank holidays). Up to 5 extra days available with length of service.

Schedule

• Monday to Friday
• Alternate Saturdays

Work Location

• In person, Grimsby

Job Types

• Full-time, Permanent

Benefits

• Additional leave
• Bereavement leave
• Canteen
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On‑site parking
• Referral programme
• Sick pay

Experience

• Factory Operative: 1 year (preferred)
• QC: 1 year (required)

Apply today or contact us for more information!