THE ROLE - WHAT YOU'LL REALLY BE DOING
This is a varied, hands-on role where you'll be right at the centre of product quality and compliance.
You'll support the technical team in ensuring all imported produce meets food safety, legal and customer requirements - working closely with suppliers, packhouses and retailers to keep everything running smoothly.
If you enjoy being detail-focused, organised and close to the product - while still having exposure to suppliers and audits - this role will suit you perfectly.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
* Support food safety and quality compliance for imported fresh produce
* Maintain accurate documentation for retailer and legal requirements
* Assist with supplier approval, due diligence and compliance records
* Help ensure full traceability across suppliers and third-party packhouses
* Communicate updates to specifications, legislation and customer requirements
* Support internal and supplier audits, including follow-ups
* Assist with packaging approvals and customer requirements
* Carry out quality checks and support site inspections where required
* Liaise with suppliers, service providers and internal teams to resolve quality issues
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
You might be:
* A Quality Coordinator, QA or junior Technical professional within food or fresh produce
* Familiar with UK retailer standards (or keen to develop in this area)
* Organised, detail-driven and confident managing documentation
* Comfortable communicating with suppliers and internal teams
* Familiar with systems such as Sedex (or willing to learn)
* Happy with occasional travel in the UK and overseas
If you're looking for a role where you can build your technical career, gain exposure to suppliers and retailers, and be part of a business that values quality and relationships - this is well worth exploring.
The role offers a mix of office-based work, remote working and supplier visits.
Apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion with Luan Harrison at MorePeople on (phone number removed)
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