JDM FOOD GROUP LIMITED
QA Operative – Nights
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About JDM Food Group
Founded in 1999 and rooted in Lincolnshire, JDM Food Group began by sourcing premium garlic and ginger—since then, we’ve evolved into Smart Flavourists®, expertly transforming high-quality ingredients into innovative sauces, pastes, marinades, and more. With state-of-the-art facilities and an integrated supply chain spanning ingredient sourcing to packaging, we deliver exceptional flavour solutions across the UK and Europe. Driven by food safety, sustainability, and innovation, we’re proud to create products that set the standard for quality and taste.
QA Operative – Monday – Thursday Night Shift (18.00 – 06.00)
We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented QA Operative to join our Technical team to be responsible for supporting the QA function and ensuring compliance with company systems, food safety, quality, and legal requirements. You will carry out raw material intake checks, quality inspections, positive release, validations, and routine audits (GMP, hygiene, fabrication, temperature, and CCP compliance).
This role is well-suited to someone with previous QA or technical experience who is looking to build a stable, long-term career within food manufacturing. Due to the level of site-specific training and technical knowledge involved, we are keen to appoint someone who is committed to developing within the role and contributing to the business over time.
Working on-site in our factory, you will play a key role in ensuring that our products meet all specifications, legal requirements, and customer expectations.
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This is a site-based role at our Bicker facility, reporting to the QA Supervisor, working full-time on a Monday – Thursday shift pattern.
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure full compliance with company systems and procedures at all times.
- Complete and maintain accurate records promptly, clearly, and correctly signed off and stored.
- Conduct random and scheduled quality checks on the production line against customer specifications.
- Perform temperature checks on products and storage areas, following correct protocols.
- Carry out shelf-life assessments in line with established procedures.
- Identify and isolate sub-standard products, including raw materials, packaging, and work-in-progress.
- Conduct hygiene audits as directed, using correct procedures and documentation, reporting any non-compliance promptly.
About You
- Professional, proactive, and able to work independently or as part of a team.
- Ability to work Monday-Thursday night shifts.
- Resilient to working in varying temperature conditions.
- Detail-focused with strong organisational skills.
- Positive in attitude, with a willingness to support and train others.
Skills & Experience Required
- Knowledge of HACCP and food safety principles.
- Food Safety level 3
- Previous QA, QC, or technical experience in a food manufacturing environment
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Good IT skills, including MS Office.
- Auditing and investigative skills.
- Ability to train colleagues and carry out competency assessments.
- Literate and numerate, able to write reports and complete documentation accurately.
- Allergen Management training (preferred).
- Microbiology/Listeria Management training (Preferred).
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What We Offer
- 20 days annual leave.
- Company Treat Days (both sweet and savoury!).
- A day off to celebrate your birthday, your way.
- Free tea, coffee, and hot drinks all year round.
- Company-paid healthcare, optical, and dental scheme.
- Cycle-to-work scheme.
- Discount scheme offering savings at supermarkets, electrical retailers, and more.
- Team events and awards for long service.
- Training and development opportunities to keep your skills and qualifications up to date.
- Free on-site parking.
Why Join Us?
At JDM Food Group, you’ll be part of a supportive, forward-thinking business where people are at the heart of what we do. We offer a modern working environment, opportunities for growth and development, and the chance to make a real impact in a business that is constantly evolving.
This role offers the opportunity to develop deep site and product knowledge within a stable Technical team, making it ideal for candidates seeking a long-term position rather than short-term experience.
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