Thursday, January 2, 2025
We blend care and creativity to nourish the world.
Griffith Foods is a global product development partner specializing in high-quality food ingredients. We serve global food companies and regional food companies worldwide.
As a family business, we’ve valued people above all else for 100 years. Griffith is renowned for true, collaborative innovation. Our people care. We’re committed to helping our customers create better products - and a better, more sustainable world. Learn more about Griffith Foods on www.griffithfoods.com
Purpose of the role
* To promote Food Safety and Quality culture through the business.
* Testing of raw materials, finished products, and packaging against specifications.
* Continual development of all Quality Control testing to ensure a robust Food Safety and Quality System and promoting food safety & Quality culture in line with company strategy, regulatory, and customer requirements - whilst responding to changing customer and business needs.
* Ensure the effective running of the Quality Control Laboratory by:
o Supporting the QC lab Manager and Shift Supervisors,
o Handling customer complaints, internal rejects, and supplier complaints where applicable.
Responsibilities
* Testing of raw materials, packaging, and finished products.
* Test result entry into the system.
* Release or reject product as required.
* Actively using the CAPA system for logging rejects and complaints, as well as following up on associated actions.
* Conducting investigations as part of the continuous improvement programme.
* Complete root cause analysis.
* Implement and develop testing methodologies and ensure compliance of equipment and testing.
* Preparing samples for external analysis.
* Build relationships with Operations to resolve and improve the manufacturing process.
* Work in accordance with good laboratory practices and within health and safety requirements.
Requirements
* Excellent computer literacy including the Office suite.
* Knowledge of microbiology and analytical chemistry.
* Knowledge of HACCP, BRC standards, and other relevant customer standards.
* Sensory skills.
* Relevant laboratory instrumentation courses.
* Ability to work autonomously and proactively.
* Good knowledge of food standards including allergens.
* Self-motivated and determined.
* Keen eye for detail and confident to raise concerns effectively and constructively.
Shift Information
We operate a continental shift system on 12-hour shifts, rotating between days and nights. 4 days on and 4 days off. Initially, the training may involve working Monday to Friday between the hours of 8 am - 4:30 pm.
Working at Griffith Foods
We are a caring family company where everyone has the opportunity to grow, follow their own personal Purpose, and find fulfillment in their work. We support each other, demonstrate mutual respect, and nourish people’s well-being.
We believe in doing the right thing, especially when it is hard to do, and recognize that our success depends on our customers’ success. Consequently, we work together, leveraging our skills, knowledge, and ideas to create exceptional products and solutions.
We value diversity at our company and celebrate our cultural and personal differences, knowing that together, we create a unique source of strength. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, or age.
If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at recruiting@griffithfoods.com.
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