Quality Controller - Fresh Produce

ADECCO; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a motivated Quality Controller for a fresh produce company near Canterbury. Responsibilities include ensuring food safety and quality standards are met. Candidates should have fresh produce experience and strong attention to detail. This position offers a starting salary of £13.45 with potential increase upon competency, alongside additional benefits like 28 days annual leave and progression opportunities.

Benefits

28 days annual leave

Free parking

Overtime paid at +25%

Progression opportunities

Company pension

Qualifications

• Experience as a QC/QA in fresh produce is essential.

Responsibilities

• Ensure quality of packed produce.
• Implement quality control procedures.
• Conduct inspections to meet customer requirements.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

HACCP knowledge

Food Safety Awareness

Previous experience of working with fresh produce

A good level of English

A team player

A proactive problem solver

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Quality Controller

Location: Outskirts of Canterbury

Salary: £13.45 starting, increasing to £17.27 once competent at Level 3 requirements

Hours: Multiple shift patterns available - 5 on, 2 off | 4 on, 4 off | 4 on, 3 off - will be discussed at interview. Working hours will generally be between 6.30am - 7.00pm (shorter days outside of peak and longer hours during peak, flexibility will be required to meet the demands of the business)

Our Client: Is a well-established fresh produce company located on the outskirts of Canterbury. Specialising in the supply of fresh produce to major retailers across the UK.

Role Summary

You will be responsible for ensuring all incoming, in-process and outgoing products meet strict quality and customer standards. Working closely with the production, technical and packing teams, you will carry out regular inspections, document findings and assist in maintaining compliance with food safety regulations.

Benefits

• 28 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays)
• Free parking
• Overtime paid at +25%
• An additional £2 per hour once Level 3 competent
• Progression opportunities
• Company pension

Responsibilities

• Responsible for ensuring the quality of packed produce.
• Ensuring food safety, fruit quality and packaging information meet customer’s specifications.
• Implementing quality control procedures.
• Completing documentation correctly and ensure it is filed appropriately.
• Undertake inspections and checks to ensure fruit meets customer requirements.
• Highlight and communicate any quality trends or product non-conformance.
• Ensure compliance data and quality control processes are maintained to BRC/Customer standard.
• Assist with internal / external audits when required.
• Ensure incoming raw material and shelf life samples are assessed against the specification.
• Follow intake and shelf life procedures as per the quality management system.
• Ensure incoming raw material and returns are inspected before being processed.

Experience and skills

• Previous experience of working with fresh produce.
• Experience as a QC/QA in fresh produce.
• HACCP knowledge.
• Food Safety Awareness.
• Communication skills
• A good level of English
• A team player
• Attention to detail
• A proactive problem solver

Next steps

If this sounds like the ideal position for you and you have the experience outlined above, then please apply and you will be contacted by a member of our team if your CV matches our requirements.

If you would like any further information before applying, then please call Ellie (Permanent Consultant) on 01233 646632.

Alternatively, if you know someone who may be suitable for this role please share the details, if you successfully refer a friend, you will receive a £50 voucher *terms apply*.