Raw Materials Quality Controller

Solina; Biggleswade; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Solina in Biggleswade is seeking a Raw Materials Quality Controller to verify and control raw materials to agreed standards, review supplier documentation, and ensure audit-ready data records.

You will perform daily laboratory testing, manage LIMS data, raise non-conformances, and support quality risk assessments. The role requires GCSE level education, reliable commute, health and safety awareness, and a driving licence.

Qualifications

• Experience in a Laboratory / QA role or similar.
• Good verbal & written communication skills.
• Good level of numeracy skills.
• Strong awareness of Health & Safety.

Responsibilities

• Daily testing of raw material samples using defined methodology and according to schedule.
• Ensure results are recorded accurately and deviations are escalated to SQA.
• Maintain and calibrate equipment as per schedule.
• Data entry of results onto LIMS and Lab control systems.
• Verify pass/fail status and support release or rejection decisions.
• Maintain audit-ready documentation and COA records.

Skills

Laboratory QA

Data entry

Numerical skills

Verbal communication

Education

GCSE or equivalent

Tools

LIMS

Lab control systems

Job description

## Raw Materials Quality ControllerApplylocations: Symmetrytime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R - 826Primary Location :BIGGLESWADE, United KingdomAt Solina, our community of close to 5,000 people share a **passion for food** and live our entrepreneurial culture.We design customised savoury solutions for our clients operating in the food industry, food service, butchery and nutrition markets. With **sustainability at the heart** of our business model, we aim to produce food that is good in every sense of the word: delicious, nourishing, affordable, sustainable and convenient.Solina is a fast-growing business, with around 50 production sites and R&D laboratories present in more than 19 countries mainly in Europe and North America.By constantly rethinking culinary solutions, **we make food matter for people and the planet**. If you're ready for a new adventure in a dynamic, expanding, passionate, international company, **join us** !## **PLEASE NOTE THIS ROLE DOES NOT MEET HOME OFFICE REQUIREMENTS FOR SKILLED WORKER VISA SPONSORSHIP. APPLICANTS MUST HAVE EXISTING AUTHORISATION TO WORK IN THE UK**## ## Who are we looking for?**Main Purpose of the role:*** To ensure accurate, timely, and efficient verification and control of raw materials to agreed standards* To ensure supplier delivery documentation (including Certificates f Analysis) is reviewed, verified against raw material specifications, and approved prior to use* To manage raw material compliance, including verification testing, data trending, and escalation of non-conformances* To ensure LIMS, stock control systems, and raw material data records are accurate, complete, and audit ready* To support raw material quality risk assessments by reviewing analytical data and material specific risks to define and refine testing and verification* To ensure documentation is audit ready at all times* To ensure hygiene and cleanliness of equipment and working areas are to the required standards**Key Responsibilities:****Laboratory Testing (Raw Materials):*** Daily testing of raw material samples using defined methodology and according to schedule* Ensure results are recorded accurately and any deviations from raw material specifications are identified and escalated to the supplier quality assurance (SQA) team for review and specification update where required* Ensure all equipment is maintained in good working order and verified / calibrated according to schedule* Data entry of results onto LIMS and Lab control systems* Confirm pass or fail status of raw materials and escalate as required; support release or rejection decisions**Data Management and Trending:*** Maintain accurate and up to date LIMS data, raw material records, and testing logs* Generate and maintain trend reports for key raw materials* Identify trends, deviations, and emerging risks and escalate appropriately* Support development and validation of raw material testing methods through structured data collection and analysis**Administration and Documentation Control:*** Daily maintenance of all laboratory and raw material documentation to ensure audit readiness* Verify and archive Certificates of Analysis and supplier documentation* Create and complete records of non-conforming raw materials and support investigations**General:*** Maintain clean and tidy equipment and working areas for availability at all times* Maintain storage and rotation of retained raw material samples (where applicable)* Support supplier complaints and internal non-conformance investigations* Actively participate in relevant site and technical meetings* Maintain acceptable levels of laboratory consumables and initiate orders as required* Carry out any additional management request within the reasonable scope of the role* Engage proactively in support of other sites as reasonably required* Must have driving licence and own transport* Must be willing to attend training/cover at Hitchin and Bedford sites## Candidate Profile* Educated to GCSE Level or equivalent* Experience in a Laboratory / QA role or similar* Must be able to reliably commute to place of work and /or other sites if required to do so within the role* Good verbal & written communication skills* Good level of numeracy skills* Strong awareness of Health & Safety* Good level of English both written and spoken* Able to work well with people of all levels within the organisation* Ability to work well under pressure* Demonstrate a responsible and proactive attitude* Be able to self motivate* Commitment to team working* Understanding of equality, diversity & inclusion showing respect and dignity to all in the workplace* Communicates with courtesy and listens with respect to the views of \*others* Strong awareness and vigilant approach to Health & Safety, Quality, Food Safety and Safe Systems of WorkingealtH* Commitment to align behaviours with the ‘Solina Way’ as shown below* Driving licence and transport