Quality Controller

Recruiter
Confidential
Location
Gillingham
Salary
22000.00 - 23000.00 GBP Annual
Posted
16 Oct 2021
Closes
13 Nov 2021
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
Mason James Appointments have a new, exciting opportunity for a number of Quality Controllers based for a industry leading maufaturer based in Gillingham, Kent.

Reporting to the Technical Supervisor, you'll be responsible for the 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.

Responsibilites:

* 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

* Record and report results of all testing and inspections

* 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

* Carry out sensory shelf life analysis of all finished products throughout life

* Carry out ATP swabbing of all food contact equipment prior to usage

* Daily reporting of quality KPI data

Experience:

* Knowledge of working within a technical department role in a factory would be desirable

* Good knowledge of food/drinks manufacturing processes is desirable

* Proven track record within food manufacturing environment is desirable

Qualifications:

* Basic Food Hygiene Level 2 or above (training will be provided)

* NVQ Level 2 educated

Skills:

* Able to sustain and develop team working and team based problem solving

* Good level of numerical and analytical ability

* Good planning and coordinating skills

* Proficient in Microsoft Office with strong Word and Excel skills

* Strong written and verbal communication skills

* Excellent internal and external customer service skills

* Ability to build effective relationships with work colleagues

* Able to achieve results by setting high standards and committing to clear objectives

Experience:

* Experience of working in a factory/work environment.

* Ability to show resilience and a flexible approach

* Able to work rotating shift pattern

* Full understanding of customer expectations and deliverables with an awareness of the impact of failure/cost of poor quality

* Good communication skills with the authority to stop production and place materials on hold if they fail to meet the Company's quality standards.

We have multiple roles available, apply now for immediate review