Quality Controller Job Reference: 368

Job Title:        Quality Controller                                 Job Reference: 368

Location:        Boston

Job Type:       37.5 hrs a week,

Hours: 06:00 – 14:00, alternating with 14:00 to 22:00 on a weekly basis

Salary:            £17,000 - £19,000 depending on experience

Job Responsibilities

To carry out quality control checks on incoming raw materials and outgoing finished products, and quality assurance checks on the factory lines, by agreed methodology, as directed by the Quality Manager.

•Perform quality checks, to agreed specifications, in line with customer and legal tolerances

•Maintain accurate records of quality checks performed

•Produce reports for quality checks and input the results into the department IT system

•Undertake miscellaneous duties, as requested and approved by the Quality Manager

•Investigate customer complaints

•Monitor and investigate CAPAs

•Check that all equipment within the factory environment is maintained to an acceptable operating standard and all calibrations are maintained

•Assist with audits and ensuring compliance at all times with QMS systems, rules and procedures, including external accreditation (ISO 9001) and ensure that appropriate quality assurance controls are carried out on a regular basis within the factory environment

· Assist the Quality Manager with preparation for factory/site audits

• Follow company Health Safety & Environmental procedures

•Report all accidents and incidents 

•Ensure that relevant risk assessments are consulted for the work being carried out

•Ensure that the correct Personal Protective Equipment is worn where required

•Scheduling the tasks and factory checks with the use of effective time management

•Quality check a large number of finished products and issue factual reports

•Ability to work individually, or as part of a team, and to provide assistance to others when required

Qualifications

· Applicants should have a keen eye for detail, be efficient and accurate.

· Good IT skills (knowledge of Excel is a must)

Desirable

· Knowledge of the properties and characteristics of materials, fibre’s and feathers

· Qualified as an internal auditor

· Knowledge of HACCP

· Previous experience in a QA or QC role - ESSENTIAL

In return you can expect a friendly working atmosphere, responsibility and great development opportunities in a busy and successful company.

If you feel you have the necessary skills and qualities to fill this post, please send your CV with covering letter stating why you are the right person to fill this position.