We are currently recruiting for a Quality Controller to work for one of our well-established companies based in Headcorn, Kent.

Working hours will be Monday to Friday
AM’s – 05:30 – 15:00
PM’s – 15:00 – 00:00

You will be required to work on a shift rotational basis completing one week AM shifts then the next week PM shifts.

Your Main Responsibilities will be:
• Testing and inspection of materials and processes from intake to final dispatch,
ensuring all specifications are met and exceptions are reported and acted upon in a
timely manner
• Raw material and packaging intake inspection and reconciliation of delivery notes and
certificates of analysis, ensuring full intake traceability and quality for each delivery
• Chemical, physical, and sensory testing and positive release of finished products
• Record and report results of all testing and inspections
• Escalation of out of specification product
• Identifying and helping resolve non-conforming product issues.
• Creating and sending daily Quality Assurance Certificates to customers, ensuring all
products meet specifications
• Communicate with customers over any queries
• Monitoring and recording of various process controls, reporting any out of parameter
results
• Carry out sensory shelf-life analysis of all finished products throughout life
• Collect and send samples to schedule to UKAS contract laboratory
• Carry out environmental swabbing to schedule
• Carry out ATP swabbing of all food contact equipment prior to usage
• Daily reporting of quality KPI data
• Monitor GMP throughout factory and report any issues to management
• Carry out full traceability and mass balance exercises as required by internal and
external auditors
• Carry out routine audits, including glass audits and record audits
• Provide training, coaching and guidance to new QC staff.
• Assist the Technical Supervisor in updating the Quality Management System
• Carry out project work including assignments to make site improvements and new
product development initiatives

The Ideal Candidate will have the following Attributes:
• Available to work the shift rotaional times requested
• Punctual and Reliable
• Basic Food Hygiene Level 2 or above (Desirable – training will be provided)
• Good Numeracy and Literacy skills due to paperwork and records
• Excellent customer service skills
• Previous experience working within a Factory environment (desirable)

The shift pay rates are:

£11.50

Over time is available working over 39 hours a week, weekends and bank holidays paid at an overtime rate.

For more information or to apply for this position please contact Jordan 01233 646548 or alternatively please send your C.V into ashford@thebestconnection.co.uk quoting the reference ASQC1003