Job Description

• Carry out sampling such as swabbing, water sample collection, allergen sampling, raw materials, finished product etc.
• Log samples onto external laboratory system and arrange sample collection.
• Carry out organoleptic assessments (quality, pH, TSS, viscosity etc.) on products / materials as part of the site quality control function.
• Complete intake raw material checks and process COA/COC from suppliers.
• Maintain product reference samples.
• Complete calibration/verification checks on all requirement test equipment on site and maintain calibration database.
• Carry out chemical titration checks.
• Complete internal GMP/CCP audits as per agreed schedule with the technical management team.
• Conduct incoming fruit testing, input results on soft fruit, apple & vine fruit databases.
• Assist with processing disposals. Maintain hold and release procedures. Managing and physically returning rejects back onto factory master.
• Check stock against weekly expiry shelf-life report and action.
• Collating, checking, and filing production and QA completed documentation.
• Liaise with operations, production, goods in and warehouse teams to identify non-conformities, assist with solutions and ensure appropriate action is taken to prevent defective products from being manufactured and dispatched.
• Where required, respond to technical related queries, and carry out necessary investigations.
• Assist Technical Management team with customer and 3rd party audits/visits as required.
• Help drive continuous improvement in food safety & quality assurance and promote efficiency.
• Any other reasonable duties as requested by your line manager.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Previous experience within a food quality/technical role. Internal auditor qualification. Level 2/3 HACCP & Food Hygiene. Computer Literate (Outlook, Excel, Word & Power Point). Confident, Passionate & Assertive outgoing nature.