Job Title:
Quality Lead
Overview:
Our company is seeking a Quality Lead to join their team. This role will provide leadership to the Shift QA Team and ensure all operations meet internal, customer, and legislative requirements.
The Role:
* Provide strong leadership to the Shift QA Team.
* Ensure all operations meet internal, customer, and legislative requirements.
* Take ownership of quality systems and factory standards.
* Maintain an audit-ready quality management system.
* Analyse non-conformance data to identify trends and implement proactive action plans.
* Manage product Holds and ensure timely resolutions.
* Deliver team training and coordinate technical and continuous improvement projects.
* Maintain and calibrate inspection and test equipment.
* Lead root cause analysis and implement preventative actions for customer complaints.
* Manage key technical contractors.
* Support the Technical Manager during external audits.
* Collaborate with NPD to ensure seamless integration of new products into the plant's QMS.
Requirements:
The ideal candidate will have experience in Quality System Auditing, Level 3 Food Safety and Level 3 HACCP, Experience with BRC and major retailer audits, Knowledge of pest control and continuous improvement tools.
Desirable Criteria:
* Degree in Food Science, Quality Systems, or related discipline.
* Lead Auditor qualification (third-party and internal).
* Previous leadership experience within an FMCG environment.
Get in Touch:
If you are passionate about food and want to grow your career, please get in touch with us to discuss this opportunity further.
Required Skills:
Quality Manager, Technical Production, HACCP, Food Safety, Operations