Quality Controller

Reed Specialist Recruitment; Slough; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency specialized in quality control is seeking a Quality Controller for a position in Slough. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring all products meet quality standards in a modern bakery production environment. Key responsibilities include conducting quality audits, monitoring food safety standards, and resolving production quality issues. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree and relevant experience in quality assurance. This is a full-time, permanent position offering a salary range of £30,000-£40,000 per year.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in quality testing, inspection, or QA roles.
• Strong understanding of defect management and testing best practices.
• Experience within a production, manufacturing, or food environment highly beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and implement quality standards and procedures.
• Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly production audits.
• Ensure testing protocols are implemented consistently across all production lines.
• Adhere to all site Health & Safety policies, procedures, and instructions.
• Ensure products meet the highest food safety and quality standards.

Skills

Strong computer literacy (Microsoft Office, QA systems, databases)

Solid understanding of QA tools, concepts, and methodologies

Knowledge of relevant regulatory and compliance requirements

Exceptional attention to detail

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Able to work effectively as part of a team with minimal supervision

Analytical mindset with the ability to identify trends and propose solutions

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Quality-related certifications (e.g., Quality Auditor) desirable

Job description

Position : Quality Controller - Slough

Reports To : Senior Technical Manager

Contract Type : Full-time, Permanent

Salary : £30,000-£40,000 per year

Role Purpose

The Quality Controller is responsible for ensuring all products meet established quality standards relating to safety, reliability, usability, and performance. This role plays a key part in maintaining high-quality output within a modern, automated bakery production environment.

Key Responsibilities

Quality Assurance & Compliance

• Interpret and implement quality standards and procedures.
• Review the effectiveness of quality control and inspection systems.
• Plan, conduct, and monitor testing and inspection of raw materials and finished products.
• Document internal audits and manage quality-related documentation.
• Investigate non-conformance issues and customer complaints.
• Analyse quality data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Develop, recommend, and monitor corrective and preventative actions.
• Support and coordinate external audits.
• Develop new production standards and testing protocols as required.
• Oversee document management systems and risk management activities.

Audits & Inspections

• Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly production audits.
• Carry out hygiene audits and checks, including:
  • Sieve and magnet checks
  • GMP audits
  • Other routine quality assessments

Operational Support

• Identify and resolve workflow or production issues relating to quality.
• Ensure testing protocols are implemented consistently across all production lines.

Health & Safety Responsibilities

• Adhere to all site Health & Safety policies, procedures, and instructions.
• Promote and contribute to a safe working environment.
• Take responsibility for personal safety.
• Provide basic first aid when required.
• Support the communication of updated Health & Safety information.
• Assist with safety audits and implementation of corrective actions.
• Monitor and report on Health & Safety practices across the site.

Food Safety Responsibilities

• Ensure products meet the highest food safety and quality standards.
• Report food safety or quality concerns directly to the line manager.
• Maintain a hygienic working environment in line with company policies.
• Raise concerns where additional resources for Food Safety Management may be required.
• Follow emergency and incident reporting procedures.
• Liaise with external authorities and organisations where necessary.
• Monitor, document, and report on food safety systems and compliance.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Quality-related certifications (e.g., Quality Auditor) desirable.
• Demonstrated experience in quality testing, inspection, or QA roles.
• Strong understanding of defect management and testing best practices.
• Experience within a production, manufacturing, or food environment highly beneficial.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong computer literacy (Microsoft Office, QA systems, databases).
• Solid understanding of QA tools, concepts, and methodologies.
• Knowledge of relevant regulatory and compliance requirements.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to work effectively as part of a team with minimal supervision.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to identify trends and propose solutions.