QA- Nightshift- Sunday-Thursday
About this job
Quality Assurance (QA) Operator – Chilled Nightshift- Sunday-Thursday 10PM-6.30AM Location: Airdrie Department: Chilled Operations Reporting To: QA Team Leader About the Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Quality Assurance (QA) Operator to join our Chilled division. Reporting to the QA Team Leader, you will play a key role in ensuring that all products are manufactured to the correct quality, safety, and customer specifications. Working closely with Production, Hygiene, and Technical teams, you will help drive a culture of quality and food safety, ensuring products are produced right first time while maintaining compliance with company standards, customer requirements, HACCP principles, and audit expectations. Key Responsibilities • Carry out quality checks throughout the production process to ensure products meet agreed specifications. • Monitor and verify product quality, weight, labelling, packaging, and presentation standards. • Conduct routine inspections and record findings accurately using company systems and documentation. • Support production teams in achieving right first time manufacturing standards. • Ensure compliance with Albert Bartlett food safety, quality, and hygiene standards. • Monitor Critical Control Points (CCPs) and quality control checks in line with HACCP requirements. • Report any quality, food safety, legality, or compliance concerns immediately to the relevant manager. • Assist with product holds, investigations, non-conformances, and corrective actions when required. • Support internal audits, customer visits, and third-party inspections. • Maintain accurate records to demonstrate due diligence and traceability. • Work collaboratively with Production, Engineering, Hygiene, and Technical teams to drive continuous improvement. • Promote and maintain high standards of GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) and housekeeping across the site. If you have a keen eye for detail and are passionate about food quality and safety, we'd love to hear from you. Requirements • Previous experience within a food manufacturing or FMCG environment. • Good understanding of food safety and quality standards. • Strong attention to detail and ability to identify product defects or non-conformances. • Good communication skills and confidence working with production teams. • Ability to complete paperwork accurately and maintain records. • Flexible approach to working hours and shift patterns. • Previous QA, QC, or Technical experience within chilled food manufacturing. • Knowledge of HACCP, GMP, and food safety systems. • Experience of customer standards and audit requirements (BRCGS, retailer standards). • Basic IT skills and experience using quality management systems. Benefits • 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