About us
Angus Soft Fruits Ltd is a leading supplier of berries to UK and European retailers. Established in 1994 and through collaboration with over 50 likeminded growers we are expanding rapidly we breed, grow and pack berries around the world to ensure consistent supply of the best tasting fruit for our customers.

Our Values
Integrity – we do the right thing, meeting industry standards
Exceed – we over deliver
Efficient – as experts we continuously seek to improve our supply chain processes and costs
Innovate – we develop new varieties and other creative approaches
Collaborate – we work closely with colleagues, customers and suppliers to build long term relationships

About the role

We are recruiting a Quality Controller to assess and monitor stock quality in accordance with agreed tolerances and customer specifications. The postholders will also be required to complete relevant documentation in the agreed time frame and communicate waste levels to relevant stakeholders. In addition, the postholders will work collaboratively with other departments.

About you

You will have a proven track record in both quality and people management. Ability to work flexibly to meet fluctuating business needs. Ability to use your initiative and work effectively as part of a team are also essential for this rewarding role.

Reporting to: Site Technical Manager

Hours: 40 guaranteed minimum hours per week over 5 days, to include at least one day at the weekend, variable working patterns available, will be discussed on the interview stage

Location: Orchard Farm, School Road, Salford Priors

Main duties and responsibilities:

• To recruit, manage and effectively develop the quality control team in accordance with site policies and procedures
• To ensure effective quality control staff cover
• To ensure full adherence to Angus Soft Fruits quality management system
• To support Angus Soft Fruits customer visits and audits
• To be responsible for internal audits and implementation of corrective actions
• To supervise the preparation of customer samples as required
• To ensure efficient document control and distribution of current documents
• To ensure adherence to Angus Soft Fruits residue testing schedule
• To ensure daily stock quality monitoring
• To participate in daily stock selection and management
• To ensure estimated waste is updated and communicated to relevant stakeholders
• To maintain safe and clean work areas
• To complete all documentation accurately and within agreed timeframes
• To work collaboratively with other departments.

• To attend relevant meetings and cascade information to teams as appropriate.
• To proactively participate in the individual performance management process, achieving SMART targets and continuous personal developments.
• To fully participate in the development and achievement of the Salford Priors Team Vision.
• To undertake any other duty commensurate with the role

Essential Criteria:

• Previous experience in fresh produce
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to use initiative and as part of a team
• Ability to live ASF Values

Why join Angus Soft Fruits?

• Competitive rates of pay;
• Generous holiday entitlement that increases with service;
• Birthday leave;
• Learning and development opportunities;
• Reward and recognition for a job well done;
• Opportunity to work with a great team and a successful company.

We are committed to equal, opportunities, diversity and inclusion and encourage applications from all backgrounds to join our One Team.

Angus Soft Fruits are Disability Confident Committed.

Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK.
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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• On-site parking
• Referral programme

Schedule:

• Day shift

COVID-19 considerations:
Social distancing guidelines in place;
Virtual meetings;
Sanitisation, disinfection or cleaning procedures in place

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Evesham, WR11 8XD: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Experience:

• Quality management: 1 year (preferred)
• People management: 1 year (preferred)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (preferred)

Work Location: One location

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