Duties
* Maintain the Approved Supplier List and Approved Grower List, ensuring accuracy and circulation.
* Oversee compliance and manage retraction / updates as required. Ensure daily order sheets are completed and accurate.
* Maintain customer specifications and ensure team compliance. Oversee weekly information packs for internal / external stakeholders.
* Manage intake inspections for grape, citrus, apple, and kiwi consignments.
* Ensure red label (concessionary) product is correctly controlled.
* Ensure returned / rejected product is re-inspected, root cause investigated, and corrective action taken.
* Oversee contingency purchases and product liability matters.
* Manage shelf‑life testing and reporting.
* Oversee APG positive release procedures (grower / shipper checks).
* Conduct regular stock reviews and cold store checks.
* Ensure check‑weighing and weights / measures compliance.
* Monitor clandestine contamination, food safety, and DEFRA audit procedures (e.g. PHEATS).
* Ensure correct policies and procedures for equipment calibration and use.
* Lead the QC team : recruitment, training, PPE provision, internal performance reviews.
* Manage staff motivation, discipline, absence, and sickness.
* Maintain training records and ensure all QC staff are trained in required procedures.
* Provide input into operational meetings and ensure effective communication across the team.
* Ensure compliance with the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974.
Attributes
* HACCP trained.
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