Quality Controller - Produce, Stanford-le-Hope

Responsibilities: * Inspect inbound fruit against specifications, logging accurate results. * Take photographs of arrivals (box end details and issues), upload, and send to customers on day of arrival. * Complete arrival reports accurately and on time. * Ensure all documentation meets Group and customer compliance standards.* Monitor stock condition, temperature protocols, and shelf-life samples. * Record findings accurately and escalate issues promptly. * Oversee packing operations, ensuring products meet customer and retailer specifications. * Complete pack-house line sheets and weight checks accurately. * Authorise positive release only when all checks are satisfactory.* Assist with product trials, shelf-life testing, and packaging evaluations. * Motivate colleagues to maintain company quality standards. * Ensure compliance with Health&Safety at Work Act 1974. * Support other duties as required within the QC department. * Working Hours: 4 days on / 4 days off, 12-hour shifts (07:00-19:00 and/or 19:00-07:00) Specification: * HACCP awareness or food safety training. * Previous experience in QC, intake, or stock handling within fresh produce.* Citrus and/or grape-specific experience. * Strong attention to detail and consistency in applying standards. * Good administrative and organisational skills. * IT literacy: Word, Excel, data entry, and bespoke QC systems. * Knowledge of intake, stock, packing, and release procedures. * Ability to develop and improve QC spreadsheets and records.* Self-motivated, proactive, and reliable. * Methodical thinker with problem-solving ability. * Flexible and adaptable to a fast-paced environment. * Effective communicator at all levels. * Team player, positive and eager to learn. TPBN1_UKTJ