Job Description

Quality Controller (& Deputy Team Leader)

Leeways Packaging Services Ltd

Leeways is a British, family-owned manufacturing company that specialises in thermoformed packaging solutions for the food industry with a thorough and unrivalled service. From our state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in Churcham and Cinderford we supply all the major supermarkets and top food brands in the UK and Ireland. We pride ourselves on our competitiveness, manufacturing principles and the investment made in putting together one of the most experienced teams in the thermoforming industry. Our aim is always to go one step further, looking at how new designs, materials and processes can help to achieve better results, meeting all our customers technical requirements.

Job Type:

Full-time, permanent, based at our Churcham site

Salary:

34,062, including night shift premium

Schedule:

12 hour shifts, working rotation shifts, a week of days followed by a week of nights 46 hours per week, Monday to Thursday Overtime available

The role:

We are looking for enthusiastic individuals to support our operations team, working 12 hour shifts - day and nights - with hours split across Monday to Thursday, meaning no weekend work is required. Also, there are regular overtime opportunities, if desired. The Quality Controller, reporting to the Team Leader, would be responsible for ensuring quality standards are adhered to, from checking product to ensure it meets customer standards & requirements and following process & procedures when quality issues arise to ensuring staff follow health & safety protocols and maintaining accuracy of paperwork for auditing purposes. This is an ideal opportunity for an individual from a production background looking to join a well-established company that is growing year on year. This role has lots of day-to-day variety to it, working closely as part of a team as well as using initiative when working alone. We are also looking for a Deputy Team Leader, which could be offered if a suitable candidate is found. This will be discussed further if applicable.

Responsibilities will include:

Working in accordance with the company's health and safety and manufacturing practice Processing production documentation and accurately recording data Conducting routine quality checks to ensure high standards against customer specifications Maintaining high standards in line with our quality accreditation Ensure the finished goods are packed safely and accurately in line with our customer expectations Conducting start of shift checks and following procedures Regular communication with the team leader Supporting the machine operatives by covering as and when required Take a full active part in all aspects of training

Essential Skills and Experience:

Ability to work alone and accurately record data Previous experience of working in a production or quality checking environment would be advantageous Excellent attention to detail

Staff Benefits:

Company Pension Up to 21 days holiday per annum plus bank holidays On-site car parking Full training, development and progression Uniform provided Paid weekly
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 34,062.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Free parking On-site parking
Work Location: In person