QA Operative (Backshift) - Fresh Division
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 12, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 12, 2026. Albert Bartlett scores A on the Alion truth index.
At Albert Bartlett, we're passionate about delivering quality produce from field to fork. We're looking for a proactive and detail-focused QA Operative to join our Fresh Division in Airdrie on backshift, helping ensure our products consistently meet the highest standards of quality, food safety, and customer expectations.
As a QA Operative, you'll play a key role in maintaining product quality throughout the production process. Working closely with Production, Technical and Operations teams, you'll carry out inspections, audits, and quality checks while ensuring compliance with food safety standards and customer specifications.
Working hours: Sunday- 9AM-5PM, Monday-Thursday 5PM-1AM plus every third Saturday
Hourly rate: £13.17/hour plus 50p shift allowance
Total hours: 40 per week
- Carry out routine product quality assessments and inspections during production.
- Monitor and verify critical control points (CCPs) and quality checks.
- Complete quality documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
- Conduct line audits, GMP audits and hygiene inspections.
- Monitor product weights, pack presentation and coding accuracy.
- Support investigations into quality issues, non-conformances and customer complaints.
- Ensure compliance with BRCGS, food safety and site quality standards.
- Liaise with production teams to drive quality improvements and good manufacturing practices.
- Assist with product sampling, testing and retention procedures.
Requirements
- Previous experience in a Quality Assurance, Quality Control or Technical role within food manufacturing.
- Good understanding of food safety, HACCP and GMP standards.
- Strong attention to detail and excellent record-keeping skills.
- Confident communicator who can work effectively with production teams.
- Ability to work independently and make informed decisions.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and quality management systems.
- Food Safety and HACCP qualifications.
- Experience within fresh produce, FMCG or food manufacturing environments.
- Knowledge of BRCGS standards.
Benefits
- Competitive salary.
- Company pension scheme.
- Life assurance.
- Employee assistance programme.
- Training and career development opportunities.
- Staff discount scheme.
- The opportunity to join a successful and growing family-owned business.