About the role
We are looking for a QA Technologist to join our Technical team. As a QA Technologist, you will be responsible for upholding and reporting on the day-to-day legalities of our business with regards to due diligence and food safety.
What you will do:
Audits
- Complete internal GMP audits monthly and when required in all areas to a set timeframe.
- Complete glass & hard plastic monthly audits and report to manager issues and any required additions to the register.
- Assist and audit inventory lists of knives and tool boxes.
- Ensure all site paperwork is current by completion of process audit.
- Complete the site calibration of temperature probes and scales and other equipment when necessary.
- Assist with monthly Traceability Audits.
- Assist with any site product recalls or withdrawals.
Due Diligence
- Complete inspections and area release after cleaning, glass breakage, allergen spillage or maintenance work.
- Assist the Technical Team in customer complaints or supplier queries.
- Ensure all returned paperwork is completed correctly and raise any issues with the relevant manager.
- Assist in the closure of site Non Conformances with operations teams.
Sampling
- Collect samples / swabs in line with micro, chemical and nutritional schedules, and input information onto laboratory website. Organise collections of all samples.
- Work closely with Procurement and Innovations team and collate samples to develop Quality Attribute Sheets (QAS).
What you will need:
- Current experience within the Food Industry and quality assurance experience.
- Good team player
- IT Competent in Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, Teams and web based portals.
- Ability to transfer data accurately
- Strong communication and influencing skills for key stakeholders and external stakeholders
- Ability to manage multiple tasks/projects whilst delivering results against tight deadlines
- Ability to work without supervision and on own initiative, self-motivated/driven
Let us tell you some more benefits you would receive:
- Fancy volunteering? We will give you one day off a year to take part in volunteering.
- Cycle to Work Scheme that offers discounted bikes and cycling equipment.
- Donate through your pay to a charity of your choice. The money is simply deducted through your pay before tax, so for every pound you donate, the 20p that usually goes to tax will go to the charity instead!
- We also have a range of employee assistance services which can be tailored to give you support on various matters such as financial, health and wellbeing advice.
About us
Wellocks, is one of the leading UK fresh food distributors, using the finest ingredients we support chefs with quality ingredients. We offer pre prepared vegetable items to our customers which is an integral part of our service.
We’re proud to be part of the William Jackson Food Group, a dedicated family-owned food business which started in 1851. Our sister businesses are Abel & Cole, Jacksons Bakery and Belazu. Family values and the commitment which comes with such a long-standing business are rooted in our culture here at Wellocks.
Thanks for reading our job advert. We do our very best to bring to life what it's like working as part of our team. Diverse teams really are the best teams. We want everyone to feel they can be themselves at work and develop their talents to the full. All colleagues are expected to take personal responsibility for keeping our workplace free from discrimination, harassment, and bullying - a place where everyone is treated fairly and respectfully.
We also know that sometimes some candidates may be put off applying for a job unless they think they can tick every box. If you are really excited about working with us and think you can do much of what we are looking for but aren't sure if you are 100% there yet... go on... why not give it a whirl? Good luck!
