Quality Control Operative (Food Manufacturing)

Night shift - Sunday to Thursday: 21:30 to 06:30

42.5 hour week £33,393.10

Stoke on Trent

Overview

An opportunity has arisen for a Quality Control Operative to join a food manufacturing business within a modern production facility in Stoke on Trent. The role is responsible for ensuring products meet company, customer, and food safety standards throughout the manufacturing process.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct weight checks on finished and frozen products and verify any breakages
• Monitor product weight and size during production to ensure compliance with specifications
• Verify ingredient weighing and recipe accuracy
• Perform daily checks on ingredient and water measurements
• Complete routine temperature checks on chillers, freezers, and refrigerated storage areas
• Monitor product weights and dimensions to ensure consistency and specification compliance
• Ensure products meet required temperature standards throughout the production process
• Carry out equipment and safety checks, including knife inspections
• Record, investigate, and support corrective actions for non-conformances
• Generate and maintain non-conformance reports and ensure timely resolution of issues
• Verify product labelling accuracy
• Conduct routine metal detector validation checks
• Follow sampling plans for raw materials and finished products
• Support internal and external audits by maintaining accurate records and documentation
• Work collaboratively with the Quality team, providing cover for colleagues where required
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality, compliance, and product consistency

Working Hours

• Night shift pattern
• Operating hours: Sunday to Thursday, 21:30 to 06:30

Essential Requirements

• Knowledge and understanding of quality control processes within a manufacturing environment
• Enthusiastic approach and willingness to learn
• Good written and verbal English communication skills
• IT literacy, including experience with Microsoft Office applications and email systems
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and maintain a high level of attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a strong commitment to quality, safety and compliance

Apply Now or contact keeley@kpir.co.uk 01782 712230

Please note that due to the high volume of applications we receive, only those shortlisted will be personally contacted.

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