Quality Assistant

We aim to be an innovative and improving company that exceeds our customers' expectations while operating in an environmentally responsible and sustainable way.,

• Perform regular inspections and walk throughs of the production area to ensure the environment is hygienic, staff are wearing appropriate clothing (hairnets, gloves), and machines are clean.
• Monitor and record the temperatures of storage refrigerators, freezers and requested areas.
• Test safety equipment such as metal detectors and X-ray machines to verify they are functioning correctly and being used as per the correct process.
• Collect samples of raw materials, semi-finished foods, and finished products for laboratory testing (moisture control, and micro-testing for bacteria). Collect and prepare laboratory samples and track results.
• Ensure food portions are accurately weighted and that packaging accurately lists allergens and legal descriptions.
• Regularly test and calibrate scales, temperature probes, and other measuring devices for the production.
• Record accurate data on quality checks, waste, and traceability daily.
• Conduct daily / weekly GMP, CCP, audits, and take ownership for all verifications, with company and customer standards.
• Conduct taste panels as required
• Perform swabs when and where necessary.
• Check all Production documents and communicate if any problems are found.
  
  Food safety level 2 or above and HACCP
• Experience in quality assurance/quality control
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office systems.
• Excellent organisational skills and the capacity to prioritise tasks effectively.
• Strong communication skills for effective interactions with staff at various levels.
• Keen attention to detail and a proactive problem-solving attitude.
  
  Albert Bartlett is a progressive British family brand, established in 1948 and dedicated to providing quality potatoes for delicious meals.
We want Albert Bartlett to be a world famous household brand, renowned for quality and expertise in own label and branded potatoes and potato products.

We are currently recruiting for a Quality Assistant at our new chilled potato product packing site in Boston, Lincolnshire. Shift & Hours of work: 4 days on, 4 days off - rolling shift / Working 06:00hrs to 18:00hrs Rate of pay: Depending on experience,
• Long Service Awards
• Employee of the Month & On the Spot Awards
• Discounted Staff Sales
• Life Assurance
• Access to Free Wellbeing Services (inc. counselling and financial advice).
• Retailer Discount Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Wellbeing & Engagement Events throughout the year
• Free Parking