Clayton Park Bakery is a brand associated with quality. From our fresh cakes and breads to our award-winning pies and sausage rolls we can guarantee our customers the best tasting products made by our dedicated and passionate team of expert bakers.
Operating from our two production facilities in Accrington, Clayton Park Bakery proudly supplies over 450 SPAR stores across the north of England as a proud member of the James Hall & Co. Ltd. family.
We are always on the lookout for new talent to join our team and become part of the famous Clayton Park Bakery!
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours of work: 38 hours
Shift Pattern: Alternating day shift (06:00 – 14:00/ 08:00 – 16:00 or 10:00 – 18:00), Monday to Friday with scheduled Sunday working and occasional Saturday working.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Quality Assurance Technician to work at the Clayton Park Bakery sites based in Accrington. The 2 manufacturing facilities produce a range of quality pies, pasties, bread, ambient cakes and cream cakes, so experience working with these products would be an advantage.
The main purpose of the role is to ensure the production of excellent quality and safe food that complies with company specifications, codes of practice and legislation. Post holders will work to support all stages of the manufacturing process from product development through to finished product manufacture.
Here is What You Can Expect to be Doing
This is a key position within the business and the main responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Promote quality, food safety and Health & Safety by leading by example, challenging unsafe practices and behaviour; assisting in driving the site Quality agenda and Health & Safety culture.
- Take collective responsibility for all food products that are produced; sharing best practice and knowledge with others to support continuous improvement.
- Build and maintain relationships with internal and external customers and suppliers.
- Carry out quality checks (e.g. product temperatures, label checks) and site auditing (e.g. hygiene, GMP, glass & plastics) and Critical Control Points (CCPs) verification audits.
- Assist site in preparing for third party audits (e.g. BRC / SALSA, EHO, TSO, Customers).
- Being fully conversant with all traceability systems including mass balance.
- Investigating complaints and ensure they are closed out to a satisfactory conclusion; work with the site team to reduce complaints.
- Auditing and filing of traceability documentation ensuring that non-conformances are communicated and corrective actions are implemented with the production teams to ensure due diligence.
- Managing the calibration of all site equipment (e.g. scales, probes).
- Attending weekly quality team meeting.
- Collation of samples to be sent to the laboratory for analysis.
- Collection and preparation of product samples for product assessment/taste panel.
- Collecting documentation/photographs in order to produce finished product specifications and Quality Attribute Sheets.
A Few Things About You
Attitude:
- Positive and adopts a ‘can do’ attitude to challenging situations.
- Takes responsibility for the challenge and looks for options and solutions to overcome obstacles.
- Personal motivation, showing a personal drive for overall team success.
- Is enthusiastic, passionate and energetic whilst consistently striving to exceed expectations.
Application:
- Ability to communicate effectively in the production environment.
- Can identify the need for quality improvement and puts into place resolutions with management authority.
- Demonstrates good time management in all aspect of the technical/quality department.
- Consumer focused, displaying a positive and professional brand image.
Achievement:
- Driven by attention to detail and process.
- Meets deadlines whilst uncompromising on quality and food safety.
- Is results orientated and takes pride in personal and team achievement.
- Consistently raises the bar for performance and continuous improvement in a food environment.
Why Join Us?
We believe in rewarding our colleagues. That’s why when you join us, you’ll enjoy a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, personal growth, and loyalty.
Loyalty Pay - Celebrate your work anniversary with a little extra! You’ll earn an additional £0.25 per hour over the financial year, with the hourly amount increasing the longer you stay with us. Your total is paid as a lump sum in the month following your anniversary.
20% Staff Discount - Enjoy 20% off your shopping in our company-owned SPAR stores — perfect for those everyday essentials and treats.
Pension & Life Insurance - You will be enrolled into the Nest pension scheme. After two years of service, you will also receive life insurance cover, offering added security for you and your loved ones.
Learning & Development - Whether you're looking to build your career or gain new skills, our in-house team will support you with fully funded, accredited training and industry-recognised qualifications.
Grocery Aid Support - Access free, confidential, 24/7 support through Grocery Aid — offering expert advice and help on everything from mental health and financial concerns to legal issues and family support.
For more information about us and the benefits we offer, please head over to our careers page.
Please note if we receive a high number of applicants, we may close the advert early. We advise interested candidates to submit their applications promptly to avoid disappointment.
