Production Quality Control Operative
Location - Northampton
Salary - Competitive Hourly Rate
Hours – Monday – Friday 45hrs per week day shift
A well-established food manufacturing business is looking for a reliable and detail-focused Production Quality Control Operative to join its quality team within a fast-paced meat processing environment.
This is a hands-on role working directly on the production line, carrying out real-time quality checks to ensure products consistently meet food safety, legality, and customer standards. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining compliance, challenging poor practices, and ensuring accurate due diligence records are completed throughout production.
The Role
Key responsibilities include:
Carrying out continuous in-line quality checks during production and packing
Inspecting products for weight, appearance, labelling, packaging integrity, and specification compliance
Monitoring CCPs including temperature checks, metal detection, weight control, and label verification
Completing all quality records, due diligence paperwork, and traceability documentation accurately and in real time
Identifying and escalating non-conforming products or food safety concerns immediately
Supporting HACCP, BRC, and site compliance standards at all times
Monitoring GMP, hygiene, PPE, and production practices on the line
Working closely with production teams and supervisors to maintain standards and resolve issues quickly
Supporting line start-ups, product changeovers, and investigations where requiredWhat We’re Looking For
Previous experience within food manufacturing, meat processing, or production environments
Experience completing production or QC paperwork accurately in real time
Strong understanding of quality control and due diligence procedures
Excellent attention to detail and ability to work under pressure
Confident communicator who can challenge issues when standards are not met
Reliable, proactive, and able to work effectively within a fast-paced factory environmentDesirable
Knowledge of HACCP, CCP monitoring, and BRC standards
Food Safety Level 2 qualification or above
Previous QA or QC experience within a factory or food production settingWorking Environment
Fast-paced production environment
Chilled factory temperatures
Working with raw and cooked meat products
Standing for extended periods during shiftsWhat’s on Offer
Stable full-time work
Opportunity to join a well-established food manufacturing business
Supportive team environment
Career development opportunities within quality and production
Immediate starts availableApply now with your CV for immediate consideration to discuss further with Gabriella Saunders at ACS Staffing Solutions