Quality Controller – FMCG

Pure Staff Ltd; Thrapston; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing solution company in Thrapston is seeking a Quality Controller for a permanent position in the FMCG sector. The successful candidate will ensure quality standards are met by assessing fresh produce and maintaining accurate documentation. Strong communication skills and experience in the fresh produce industry are essential. This role offers a salary between £30,000 and £34,000 per annum and promotes a collaborative working environment.

Qualifications

• Must have experience in the fresh produce industry.
• Experience in a quality control position is beneficial.
• IT literate and competent with spreadsheets.

Responsibilities

• Respond to customer queries and maintain a clean working environment.
• Assess and test incoming fresh produce.
• Ensure company policies are adhered to and records are kept accurately.
• Promote effective working relationships and excellent customer service.

Skills

Experience in the fresh produce industry

Quality Control experience

IT literate

Great communication skills

Excellent organisational skills

Flexible approach

Job description

Quality Controller – FMCG Permanent
Thrapston, Northamptonshire
Posted 1 day ago
£30,000 - £34,000 per annum

Responsibilities

• Respond to both external and internal customer queries, maintain a clean and safe working environment, and be comfortable with computer systems, taking photographs of stock and generating and maintaining appropriate quality documentation.
• Assess and test incoming fresh produce.
• Ensure that procedures are followed by all personnel and visitors to the site.
• Ensure equipment is operational and relevant checks are made and maintained; when problems arise, contact the relevant contractors to resolve the issue.
• Ensure company policies are adhered to and administration functions completed within deadlines, maintaining accurate records in line with customer/company requirements.
• Promote harmonious and effective working relationships both internally and externally, ensuring excellent customer service through a combination of communication and teamwork.

Skills

• Experience in the fresh produce industry (ESSENTIAL).
• Experience in a Quality Control position on in-loading will be beneficial.
• Technically capable, IT literate, and competent with spreadsheets.
• Great communication skills and ability to build rapport with colleagues and liaise confidently at all levels.
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to multi‑task and prioritise.
• React positively and flexibly to the changing needs in the overall working environment and individual role.
• Flexible approach to duties and hours of work to meet the needs of the business on a day‑by‑day basis.
• Able to work alone and as part of a team.