Quality Control Operative

Job Description

Job Title: Quality Control Operative

Location: Unit 14 Quarry Wood Industrial Estate, Mills Road, Aylesford, ME20 7NA

Salary: £33,181.25

Job Type: Permanent

Start Date: ASAP

• As a Quality Control Operative, you’ll be responsible for:
• Assessing and recording the quality of raw materials and dispatched goods against specifications.
• Verifying product labelling, packaging, and documentation for customer orders.
• Checking that cleaning, hygiene, and stock rotation procedures are followed correctly.
• Carrying out pre-use checks on facilities and equipment such as cold stores and scales.
• Ensuring all site hygiene and safety standards are upheld by staff, visitors, and contractors.
• Maintaining accurate and complete QC records and reporting any quality concerns promptly.
• Supporting the Technical and Warehouse teams to drive continuous improvement in product quality and food safety.

• You'll bring a keen eye for detail and a commitment to doing things right. Ideally, you will have:
• Knowledge of HACCP principles and Intermediate Food Hygiene training (or willingness to complete).
• Experience working to product specifications for raw materials or finished goods.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, in English.
• A proactive, hands‑on approach and confidence working in a fast‑paced environment.
• Previous experience in a food production, warehouse, or quality control environment would be an advantage, but full training will be provided for the right candidate.

You will work 48 hours per week, working 06:30 - 16:30, 5 days a week.

At Watts Farms, we’re proud of our reputation for supplying the UK’s leading retailers, wholesalers, and food service customers with top quality fresh produce. You’ll be joining a friendly, hard‑working team that values high standards, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

• 31 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• 20% Staff Discount
• Payment reward for Friend Referrals
• Development & Training opportunities
• Onsite staff canteen area offering refreshments

If you’re passionate about food quality and want to be part of a team that takes pride in what it delivers, we’d love to hear from you.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment.

Please note:

Employment checks will include Drugs & Alcohol test.