Quality Controller
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 14, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 5, 2026.
More about the role
As a Manufacturing Key Operative - Quality Controller you'll make routine checks on products and packaging to make sure that they're correct from a food safety and legality perspective. You'll use relevant systems to record information and demonstrate traceability and due diligence on behalf of the site and company, and will escalate any non-conformances to prevent product withdrawals or recalls.
Your quality checks may involve temperature probing, swabbing, weight and size checks, and you'll be working towards minimising and preventing any loss of sales or profit whilst ensuring customer requirements are continually met.
More about our perks
Generous holiday entitlement
15% discount in our supermarkets and convenience stores from the day you join us
Additional 10% discount card for a friend or family member
Genuine career progression and development opportunities - read more about our Leadership School here
Subsidised staff canteen
Free parking
Competitive pension and life assurance
Healthcare / Wellbeing benefits including Aviva Digital GP
'MyPerks' with discounts at high street shops, cinemas and gyms, and lots more
Optional payroll charity donations
A range of family-friendly policies including 26 weeks maternity and adoption leave along with neonatal and fertility leave
More about you
Previous manufacturing and food handling experience is preferred but not essential, as full training will be given. You'll be the kind of person who:
- Loves working as part of a team
- Enjoys working in a fast paced environment
- Is happy in an active role and has a good level of fitness
- Is able to work in varying temperatures of around 8 degrees and below (we provide full protective clothing)
- Takes pride in completing tasks to the best of your ability
The following experience is desirable, but not essential:
- Quality Control and understanding of product allergens
- Food Safety Level 2 and/or HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point) Level 2
Please note: We only recruit individuals who have reached the school leaving age. To check this, please visit the following link. Please be aware that some roles may have additional age restrictions due to their nature.