Nr Tonbridge, Kent
Salary: £28,600 per annum
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent (40 hours per week, start times between 5:00 AM – 8:00 AM, including weekend working on a rota)
About the Business
We are recruiting on behalf of a leading UK fresh produce distributor, supplying premium avocados, kiwi, and stone fruit to major retail, wholesale, and foodservice customers nationwide and overseas. Operating from a high-volume hub, they offer strong long-term stability and genuine career growth opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
* Perform visual, sensory, and technical quality inspections across all operational stages, from raw intake through production to final dispatch.
* Assess stock against strict customer specifications, ensuring only premium product reaches store shelves.
* Identify and report any non-conformances or quality issues directly to line management.
* Make key technical decisions regarding product suitability and advise on appropriate corrective actions when standards are not met.
Key Requirements
* Prior experience in Quality Assurance within fresh produce, food manufacturing, or FMCG is essential.
* Excellent eye for detail to spot minor product flaws and ensure precise quality standards.
* Clear verbal and written communication skills to liaise across production and management teams.
* Strong time management skills with the resilience to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
* Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word) is advantageous.
Package & Benefits
* Starting salary of £28,600 per annum
* 33 days holiday allowance (6.6 weeks)
* Company pension scheme and optional share scheme
* Free on-site parking
* Employee Assistance Programme, Medicash, and Life Assurance / Death in Service benefit
* Cycle2Work scheme and structured learning & development programs
Full-Time, Permanent (40 hours per week, start times between 5:00 AM – 8:00 AM, including weekend working on a rota)
To apply, please submit your up-to-date CV for immediate consideration
Salary description
£26000.00 - £28600.00 per year