Quality Coordinator Sourcing · Birmingham

Oddbox; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Oddbox seeks a Quality Coordinator to ensure product quality and support sustainability efforts by managing quality assurance processes. You will play a key role in assessing raw materials, tracking performance, and fostering customer satisfaction while being part of a dedicated team. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and inclusive benefits to support your well-being.

Benefits

33 days annual leave including bank holidays

4 'not-sick' days

2 volunteering days each year

£300 self-service L&D budget

Well-being support through YuLife

Discounts on Oddbox products

Qualifications

• Proven experience in quality assurance within the fresh produce industry.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Passionate about fighting food waste and maintaining high-quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct quality assessments of raw materials at the co-packing site.
• Track and compare performance of growers/products/season.
• Provide continuous feedback to the Oddbox team on quality standards.

Skills

Problem-Solving

Attention to Detail

Effective Communication

Job description

Location:Birmingham - on-site -PLEASE NOTE THAT WE ARE UNABLE TO OFFER VISA SPONSORSHIP, PLEASE DO NOT APPLY TO THIS ROLE IF YOU WOULD REQUIRE SPONSORSHIP NOW OR IN THE FUTURE.

Working Pattern: Full-time – 5 days out of 7, covering weekends and bank holidays on a rota basis. Starting shift 7am - 3:30pm with half an hour for lunch

Starting Salary: £27,852 (non-negotiable)

Join Oddbox, a company committed to reducing food waste and promoting sustainability. We are not just about rescuing fruit and vegetables; we aspire to transform the way our customers cook and eat with fresh and sustainable produce. We need innovative minds to help us grow and achieve our mission.

The Role:

As part of an onsite team of four, the Quality Coordinator will be a key link between Oddbox and our co-packing partner. You'll play a pivotal role in ensuring that our products meet the highest standards of quality, enabling us to deliver our boxes across the UK. This role will involve coordinating quality assurance processes, contributing to continuous improvement, and ensuring customer satisfaction through high-quality offerings.

Primary Responsibilities

Quality assessments of raw material at our co-packing site, providing in-depth
quality assurance analysis.
Tracking and comparing growers/products/season performance
Undertake shelf life and cut testing and contribute to supplier feedback and
analysis.
Capture and assessment of all packaging used by suppliers.
Provide continuous feedback to the Oddbox team and make key decisions on the use of stock
Participate in project work, testing and trials.

Ideal Candidate Profile

Proven experience in quality assurance or quality control, within the fresh produce industry
Strong problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail
Effective communication skills, both verbally and in writing.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic fast-paced environment
Passionate about fighting food waste andcommitted to maintaining high quality standards
Proactive and adaptable, able to manage multiple priorities efficiently

This Role Might Not Suit You If:

You prefer roles that require minimal cross-functional interaction
You are uncomfortable with evolving processes and prefer stable, unchanging environments
You lack interest in the food industry and quality standards
You hesitate to take the initiative in improving current quality systems

Our Inclusive Recruitment Process

Initial screening with the Quality Team Leader - 30 minutes
Site visit – c. 90 minutes
Presentation andinterview with our Quality Team Leader & Technical Manager
Meet the tem
Job offer

Well-Being and Benefits: We won't waste your time telling you annual leave is a benefit—it's your right. But we'll give you five extra days of annual leave (33 days including bank holidays), four "not-sick" days, and two volunteering days each year. We provide a £300 self-service L&D budget, alongside generous peer-to-peer learning opportunities. You'll have access to well-being support through YuLife and receive discounts on Oddbox products.