A.H. Worth is a family-owned business spanning four generations, dedicated to delivering top quality and value in fresh produce.
Operating from Fosdyke, Lincolnshire, we manage a vast farming operation and maintain joint ventures in fresh produce. We grow and package fresh, wholehead vegetables for wholesale and high-street retailers.
Aligning with our farming operations, we are all about growing and nurturing our own People. A progressive company, we invest heavily in sustainable projects from using anaerobic digestion and solar energy to power our premises, to ensuring regenerative farming methods are used out in our fields.
With passionate support service teams in our offices, in-house training coordinators and a robust staff engagement programme, we endeavour to make sure everyone enjoys a healthy work/life balance and is supported to reach their potential.
The Role
Thisrole is responsible for maintaining food safety and product quality standardsby carrying out routine checks, audits, sampling, and monitoring activities inline with GMP requirements. It involves identifying and escalating any issuespromptly, ensuring non-conforming products are controlled, and supportingcontinuous compliance with site procedures and specifications.
Key Responsibilities
* Carrying out positive release checks (Harford) accurately and on time, ensuring any issues are escalated and materials at risk are isolated
* Performing quality checks on raw materials and finished products against specification, with immediate escalation of out-of-spec results
* Completing daily shelf-life assessments including gas level checks and reporting trends or concerns
* Monitoring raw material condition in storage to ensure ongoing compliance
* Raising concessions and managing product holds for non-conforming materials, including clear communication across teams
* Reporting and managing foreign body incidents or risks in line with site procedures
* Conducting glass audits as per schedule and escalating non-conformances
* Completing equipment calibration (scales, thermometers, callipers, magnets) in line with schedules
* Collecting microbiological and pesticide samples, conducting swabbing, and submitting samples via the lab portal
* Conducting mini GMP audits and follow-up audits, ensuring findings are clearly communicated and addressed
* Adhering to site procedures, GMP, and food safety standards at all times
* Communicating effectively with production, technical, and management teams regarding quality and food safety issue
* Supporting continuous improvement by identifying risks, trends, and opportunities for better control
What we are looking for:
* Food Safety Level 2
* Basic Health & Safety
* Understanding of GMP and food safety standards
* Ability to complete accurate checks and record results
* Awareness of HACCP principles
* High attention to detail and accuracy
* Vigilant and proactive in identifying risks
* Able to work independently and as part of a team
* Good communication skills for escalation and reporting
* Reliable and able to meet deadlines
* Positive attitude and professional conduct
* Food Safety Level 3
* Internal auditing awareness
* Experience in quality control or technical roles
* Experience with auditing or compliance systems
What we can offer you:
* Company sick pay
* Free parking onsite
* Free tea & coffee
* Annual leave entitlement which increases with service
* Free confidential employee staff helpline
* Training and Development tailored to support you
We actively welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, particularly those from underrepresented groups, including Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities, disabled individuals, LGBTQ+ communities, and those with lived experience of health inequalities. Our recruitment process is designed to be fair, transparent, and inclusive, giving everyone the opportunity to thrive. As a Disability Confident Employer, we work to reduce barriers by offering reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment journey and within the workplace. This includes tailored support for individuals with disabilities or long‑term health conditions.
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