QA Shift Operative
We are looking for a QA Shift Operative
Lodge Farm, North Scarle, Lincoln
Shifts: 4 on 4 off – 6am to 6pm Days and 6pm-6am Nights.
Job Purpose:
The QA Shift Operative has a responsibility to ensure that the quality, safety and legality of the products are maintained to the highest standard. This is achieved through various in-line checks. Non-conforming product is highlighted so that a suitable course of corrective action can be implemented.
Main Duties:
- Conduct range of basic, ‘dry’ tests on raw materials and finished products. Investigate any issues that are highlighted by the results of these tests.
- Collection and preparation of raw material and finished product samples for both internal and external testing. Record and distribute results as appropriate.
- To place product on hold when necessary, completing paperwork & following up any corrective actions.
- To raise non-conformances for out of specification product & issuing corrective action & following up.
- To maintain the finished product sample shelves in an orderly manner.
- Check delivery and production paperwork for compliance, report discrepancies and seek corrections.
- Collect finished product samples and grade as part of the quality panel.
- Respond to basic product enquiries and perform tests on samples as part of the complaint’s procedure.
- Carry out routine quality, verification and calibration checks on factory equipment. Recording of results and carrying out any necessary corrective actions.
- Area audits to cover; GMP, CCPs, procedure adherence, batch numbers, PPE, integrity, foreign bodies (this list is not exhaustive).
- Glass and brittle plastic audits; as per required frequency.
- Maintain a log of data collected from in line metal detectors. Carry out investigation of products rejected by the metal detectors and escalate any issues found.
- To check the correct in-line specifications are being used for the product being manufactured.
- To continually monitor & implement good hygiene practice throughout the factory. Ensuring any recurring failures are flagged up to the Production Shift Manager.
- To carry out any additional tasks as assigned by your manager.
Requirements, Experience and Person Specification:
- Level 2 H&S awareness.
- Understanding of relevant risk assessments and trained as competent to safe working procedures.
- Understanding and application of hazard identification and near miss reporting.
- Basic computer skills.
- Auditing skills.
- Ability to work on own initiative.
- High level of literacy and numeracy skills, being able to complete and produce clear and coherent paperwork required for production and technical standards/traceability.
- Works to common goals/objectives with peers.
- Able to foresee changes in demands and act accordingly.
- Communicates effectively to all departments/stakeholders on or off shift.
- Able to resolve matters quickly.
- Maintain positive and productive relationships with team members and other departments/stakeholders.
- Keen eye for detail.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
We believe in rewarding our team. Here’s just a taste of what you’ll get:
- 28 days holiday (including bank holidays)
- Free dog food – yes, really!
- Birthday day off
- Discounts at major supermarkets and retailers
- ShareSave scheme & enhanced pension contributions
- Death in service cover
- 24/7 virtual GP access
- Financial & legal support
- Free parking
- Employee referral scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Lincoln City FC ticket draws
- Long service awards
- Medical screening & care concierge
Important Info
- You must be eligible to live and work in the UK
- Due to site location, own transport is essential
Salary £14.31
- Potential Overtime - Paid at 1.5 x Per hour
Job Types: Shift Work, Full-time, Permanent
Shifts: 4 on 4 off – 6am to 6pm Days and 6pm-6am Nights.
A full job description is available upon request.
Please apply on Indeed or submit your CV & Cover Letter to: [email protected]
Please note that if a suitable candidate is found, this closing date may be brought forward.
If you are an internal applicant, please ensure you have made your line manager aware before applying and confirm this when submitting your application.