Quality Controller at Diageo

About the role: 

• Knowledge and accurate data capturing of on-line Quality System (Haford).
• Initiate 5 whys / NCRs to production for Quality issues on shift.
• Provide on-line QC support to Production to verify compliance with Quality & Food Safety Standards including but not limited to plant and personal hygiene check, spinners, missing caps, ppm defects hourly line checks, lab tests
• Writing up trial reports when a trial is running.
• Provide technical support to onsite innovation or projects by observing on-line packaging and also testing.
• Conducting On-line PPMDs
• Testing and inspecting of raw materials as per raw materials sampling plan.
• Identify non-conformances and raise NCRs or RCAs where applicable.
• Ensuring that all equipment is calibrated by an external service provider
• Maintain GLP standards in the laboratories.
• Follow up on suppliers with non-conformances raised and attend supplier related queries.
• Verify calibration of all testing equipment and measuring equipment daily before use.
• Carry out tests and inspections as per the site SOPs and work instructions.
• Managing of isolation and rework stock for all raw material
• Perform analytical and sensory testing.
•  Analyse results, identify trends, and implement corrective actions.
• Check that all floors and equipment are standard of hygiene (plant hygiene).
• Raising and Closing CIRC Cards
• Investigating new suppliers for materials / Laboratory Equipment.
• Providing clear and accurate data and communication to Team Leaders and Quality Manager.
• Governing Body for Food Safety and Quality Standards in the plant.

Experience / skills required

• Degree/ Diploma in Food-Tech, Bio-Tech & Food Science or Equivalent
• 0 - 2 years’ experience of FMCG
• Knowledge on liquid blending will be advantageous.

Deadline:27th February,2026