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Assistant Quality Manager – Fresh Produce

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England

On-site

GBP 29,000 - 35,000

30+ days ago

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An exciting opportunity awaits as an Assistant Quality Manager with a unique Fresh Produce business in Essex. In this pivotal role, you will work closely with the QA team to ensure the highest quality standards are met for fresh produce. Your expertise in quality assurance and product management will be essential in assessing raw materials and conducting shelf life testing. This dynamic position not only allows you to take ownership of product quality but also to collaborate with the Technical Manager to drive improvements. Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to delivering exceptional products to the UK market and make a significant impact in the fresh produce industry.

Strong background in Quality Assurance and Product Management.
Experience with fresh produce, particularly fruits and vegetables.

Support the production and quality team in managing fresh produce quality.
Conduct shelf life testing and provide supplier feedback.

Quality Assurance

Product Management

Shelf Life Testing

Inventory Management

Quality Standards Knowledge

Our Client is a unique Fresh Produce business, sourcing product to supply an alternative and exclusive product range to the UK market. Due to continued success and growth, we now offer the opportunity of Assistant Quality Manager to join the business.

Reporting to the Technical Manager, the position of Assistant Quality Manager will work closely with their QA team to manage fresh produce quality, shelf life and packing processes to ensure customers receive the best possible experience.

Key Responsibilities:

Support the production and quality team.
Become the main point of contact onsite on behalf of the company.
Support, advise and work closely with the Technical Manager onsite.
Assess raw materials and provide in-depth quality assurance analysis.
Undertake shelf life testing and contribute to supplier feedback and analysis.
Investigate and resolve any inventory discrepancies and identify and develop processes to improve accuracy.

Requirements:

An experienced individual with a strong background in Quality Assurance / Product Management.
Fresh Produce knowledge, with exposure to both Fruit & Vegetable products.
The ability to confidently take ownership of product quality assurance.
Exposure to QC reporting, sample testing, trials, and shelf life.
Knowledge of product technical & quality standards.
Drive, passion, and dedication is key for success in this position.

Salary: Up to £35k, dependent on experience offered.

Hours: Monday to Friday.

Location: Essex.

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