Quality Assurance Technician

We have a great opportunity for a Quality Assurance Technician at our Kerry site in Ossett, close to Leeds, West Yorkshire.

It is a full-time, permanent position with rotating days and nights, 12 hours shifts, Monday to Friday.

At Kerry in Ossett, we manufacture a variety of spreadable butters, spreads and margarine for every major retailer as well as our own Pure and Smug brands. As a Quality Assurance Technician, you will collaborate with different teams on-site to ensure that products manufactured in our facility consistently conform to industry, company, and consumer expectations. Your responsibilities will include meticulously inspecting finished products, holding, and segregating any items that do not meet specified standards, as well as contributing to minimising costs while maximizing production efficiency.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive pay (£32,498 per annum including shift pay)
• Matched pension scheme up to 10%.
• Employee benefits platform with discounts and offers for retailers online and offline, travelling, utilities and more.
• Employee Assistance Program, supporting your emotional, physical, nutritional and financial wellbeing.
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Free tea, coffee, and subsidised vending machines

What will you be doing?

Your responsibilities as Quality Assurance Technician will include:

• Conducting quality inspections on finished products, including metal detection, weight conformity and coding and labelling compliance.
• Performing recurring inspections such as the Kerry unique ‘Golden 6’ inspection, hygiene inspections and assessments related to Glass & Perspex.
• Distributing and reporting on relevant quality and food safety KPIs.
• Communicating with shift managers and the technical department regarding any issues that may impact product quality or safety.
• Providing concise and accurate information to support quality related investigations.
• Adhering to food safety, health and safety, and environmental standards.
• Facilitating and coordinating the lineside taste panel.
• Promoting a ‘safety-first’ and ‘quality-always’ culture.

What do you need to be successful?

• Demonstrated knowledge and experience with QC testing equipment.
• Desire to work in a quality role.
• Ability to prioritise workload according to business needs.
• Great level of accuracy and attention to details.
• Confidence and ability to make decisions.
• Proficient in using computer programs such as Excel, OAL, ICCS and SAP.

About Kerry

Kerry Group’s UK & Ireland dairy related businesses includes Dairy Ingredients, Dairy Nutritional Ingredients, Dairy Consumer Foods and Agribusiness. With a revenue in excess of €1bn per year, it is one of the world’s leading dairy businesses. With our strong dairy heritage and deep-rooted connection to our 3,000 milk suppliers, right through to our portfolio of innovative and high-quality brands, the dairy business has a unique and compelling proposition for both consumers and our customers.

In Kerry we benefit from the knowledge of our colleagues who bring a diverse range of cultures, backgrounds, lifestyles and experiences. One team fostering an inclusive culture that, above all, inspires food and nourishes life. One culture where everyone brings their unique perspectives and experiences to help make us better, together. We are committed to nurturing an environment of positivity and inclusiveness, where everyone can be at their best, both personally and professionally.

Our recruitment, selection and assessment process are based on the skills and competencies of the specific roles and based entirely on merit. We are committed to and value Diversity and Inclusion in all recruitment processes within Kerry and do not discriminate based on gender, race, class, economic status, ethnic background, sexual orientation, age, political beliefs, veteran status, marital status or any other protected characteristic.

Our Values: Courage | Enterprising Spirit | Inclusiveness | Open-mindedness | Ownership

Beware of scams online or from individuals claiming to represent us. A Kerry employee will not solicit candidates through a non-Kerry email address or phone number. In addition, Kerry does not currently utilise video chat rooms (e.g., Google Hangouts) to conduct interviews. Refuse any request that asks you to provide payment to participate in the hiring process (e.g., purchasing a “starter kit,” investing in training, or something similar). Kerry will not ask you to pay any money at any point in the hiring process with the exception of reimbursable travel expenses. In addition, any payments made by Kerry will be from official firm accounts bearing the Kerry name.