Quality Inspector

Jenrick Engineering; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A food manufacturing company in Milton Keynes is seeking a Quality Inspector to maintain high standards of food safety and product quality. Key responsibilities include ensuring compliance with safety policies, managing equipment, and completing documentation. Candidates should have prior experience in food manufacturing, excellent attention to detail, and strong communication skills. This role offers a competitive hourly wage with a 4 on / 4 off schedule.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in manufacturing or food manufacturing or packaging environment preferred.
• Understanding of quality procedures & food is advantageous.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure food safety policies and GMP standards are followed at all times.
• Correctly store all line equipment in designated areas.
• Complete all traceability paperwork accurately.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Communication

Ability to work independently

Flexibility

Job description

Quality Inspector

Milton Keynes
£13.50 per hour
4 on / 4 off
Departments: Hygiene | Dispatch | Site Services | QC

Currently seeking an Quality Inspector to join our fast-paced food manufacturing site in Milton Keynes. As the successful Quality Inspector you will play a key role in maintaining high standards of food safety, product quality, and operational efficiency across multiple departments.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure food safety policies and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standards are followed at all times.
• Correctly store all line equipment (trolleys, table scales, knife pots, etc.) in designated areas.
• Keep the wall storage cabinet clean, organised, and well-maintained.
• Provide cover for the Team Leader when required.
• Verify the correct programmes are present on all line equipment, including printer, thermoformer, converger, and metal detector.
• Complete all traceability paperwork accurately and in full.
• Carry out gas checks and metal detection tests at the required frequency.
• Complete end-of-line startup check sheets and ensure documentation compliance.
• Monitor product weights - ensure lightweight/overweight packs do not exceed right percentage.
• Manage and deliver production changeovers efficiently and accurately.
• Confirm end-to-end programme accuracy.
• Safely operate the film lifter and manage base film changes as required.

About You

• Previous experience in a maunfacturing or food manufacturing or packaging environment preferred.
• Understanding of quality procedures & food is advantegous.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Reliable, flexible, and able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Confident communicator with good problem-solving skills