Overview

Our Client is one of the UK’s largest Importers and Distributors in their sector within the Fruit Industry, supplying a variety of customers nationwide, including the major retailers. We now offer an excellent opportunity for a QA Support to join the business in a key Quality Assurance / Quality Control role.

Reporting to the QA Manager, the position of QA Support will join a dedicated team to assess and monitor the quality of incoming fruit during production and packed products.

Responsibilities include;
To complete Intake quality assessments when required and send daily reports to suppliers.
Monitor product during packing process (checking quality, approvals, labelling, packaging and other specific requirement and specifications) and liaising with production teams throughout.
To carry out sample preparation process and assist Technical team when required.
Calibrate measuring equipment.
Completion of shelf life assessment

This is an excellent opportunity for an individual seeking a role within the Fresh Produce sector, to join a dedicated quality team and become part of a successful Fresh Produce business.

We require;
FMCG / Food / Fresh Produce sector exposure (Fruit advantageous)
Experience / knowledge of product Quality Control / Quality Assurance
Knowledge of Auditing, HACCP, Specifications, and the importance of meeting the customer’s needs would be highly advantageous

Location: Maidstone, Kent
Hourly paid salary, £12.54 per hour
Hours: Thursday to Monday

A driving licence is essential