Quality Assurance Operative | Manufacturing

Quality Assurance Operative | Manufacturing Rochester, Kent | £29,000 to £31,000 per year | Permanent Tuesday to Friday | Day shifts

Have an eye for detail and the confidence to speak up when something isn’t right?

Found Food & Drink is recruiting a Quality Assurance Operative for a growing manufacturing business in Rochester, with a planned move to Aylesford.

This is a practical role working closely with production, helping maintain consistent product quality and making sure procedures are followed on the factory floor. It would suit someone who enjoys being involved in the operation, spotting issues and helping put them right.

The role

Carry out routine quality checks on products and production processes.

Check that hygiene, quality and operating procedures are being followed.

Complete accurate quality records and support traceability.

Identify and report products or processes that fall outside the required standards.

Work with production colleagues to investigate issues and support corrective action.

Help maintain a clean, organised and compliant manufacturing environment.

What we’re looking for

Experience in quality assurance, quality control or a production role involving regular quality checks.

Food, drink, supplements or another regulated manufacturing background would be useful.

Strong attention to detail and confidence completing records accurately.

Clear communication and the ability to raise concerns constructively.

A practical, consistent approach to maintaining standards.

Hours and salary

£29,000 to £31,000 per year, depending on experience.

Tuesday to Thursday: 6am to 6pm.

Friday: 6am to 4:30pm.

Permanent day shift position.

You’ll be joining a growing operation, with the opportunity to build your experience and contribute to how quality standards are maintained as the business develops.

You’ll need to be able to travel reliably to Rochester and the planned Aylesford location.

Interested? Apply with your CV and Louis at Found Food & Drink will be in touch to discuss your experience and the opportunity