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Join Keelings! You will be part of a passionate team of people and a growing business. Come on the journey with us where you will grow and develop and truly feel a sense of belonging. At Keelings, we don't just grow quality fresh produce, we also nurture people and their professional development. The Keelings family always employ the best people for the job, the key to our success is the quality of the people we employ.
Our Strategic Priorities
Better Food - We make our products better and inspire more people to enjoy produce.
People - We support our people to learn, be at their best, contribute and deliver on their commitments, using One Keelings' standards.
Better Ways - Every year we improve our competitiveness, efficiency and delivery through insight, technology and One Keelings.
Better World - We improve our environmental and social impact to make a positive difference in our world.
Partnerships - Working with Keelings creates value and long-term relationships with our customers & suppliers.
Growth - We invest in and deliver insight led, focused, profitable growth into the future.
Keelings Values
People Matter - We support and treat each other in a clear, fair and respectful way. We all learn, develop and encourage everyone to contribute
Teamwork - We inspire and help each other to deliver our ambitions together as One Keelings
Integrity - We do the right thing and deliver on our commitments
Passion for Achievement - We motivate ourselves and each other to achieve our ambitions with energy, knowledge and courage. We are always striving to be better
Purpose of the Role
The purpose of this role is to manage the quality at source to ensure that we are delivering our customers’ expectations.our Strategic Priorities
Main Responsibilities
People Management:
Development and implementation of staff rosters to ensure adequate QA cover
Managing/Monitoring Approved Budget and preparing monthly reports
Agree team training and development plans as per the Company’s Policy and Performance Review Process
Day-to-day management of the Quality Team
To produce daily, weekly, and monthly KPI reports
Sending monthly details regarding quality team pay to HR team.
To provide support, coaching and upskilling for the QA team
Managing HR matters for quality team
To provide support, coaching and upskilling for the QA team
Product Quality
Liaise with internal business contacts on any issues pertaining to Stock Quality
Ensure produce sent to customer meets specification and legal requirement
Ensure all quality inspections are completed as outlined in the procedures
Ensure appropriate action plan are implemented
Ensure effective management and support for internal auditing, customer complaints and periodic product reviews
Process/System
Continually review and develop Quality Assurance Systems for Intake and Production to meet Customer and Business requirements.
Ensure that all quality procedures are updated, documented, successfully implemented, and adhered to
Ensure audit readiness and participate in all regulatory audit and customer visits
Ensure compliance checks are completed and ensure adherence to the quality system within QA/Production areas
Ensure full compliance with guidelines as outlined in the Company’s Health & Safety Statement and governed by
legislation.
Complete accurate management information as and when required
Any other duties / tasks as outlined by your manager.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
* Responsible for the day-to-day management of the QA Team
* Promote the achievement of customer QSL and DSL
* Managing QA Budget
* Staff training attendance and morale.
* Managing all QA inspections and reporting
* Optimum roster management and ensure efficient labour cost.
* Appraisal/Performance reviews conducted for all QA team quarterly/ annually
Essential
Key Skills & Knowledge
Proven track record developing, implementing and managing Quality Systems within the Fresh Produce industry
Good understanding of the requirements of major retailers.
Knowledge of 3rd party auditing to a minimum of BRC standards.
To have directly worked or to have a clear understanding of retail accreditation standards.
Ability to work in a busy environment meeting time/budget deadline.
Core Competencies
* Team player
* A positive attitude
* Eager to learn and develop both personally and professionally
* Flexible and adaptable
* Proactive and efficient
* Good IT Skills - PowerPoint, word, excel.
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
* Confidentiality/discretion to the highest standard
* Planning and organisational skills
* The ability to work on their own initiative
Recruitment Process
* CV Submission & email acknowledgment of receipt
* Phone Screening
* Assessment Centre & a brief Interview
* 2nd Round Interview with a member with of the Recruitment Team & Department Manager
* Outcome & Feedback
Inclusion & Diversity Statement
In Keelings we value all perspectives and knowledge that our colleagues bring to our business. We are committed to forming a diverse and inclusive team where all can share their unique experiences and perspectives. We welcome applications from all cultures and backgrounds and are dedicated to forming an environment of inclusiveness and diversity where all can thoroughly feel a sense of belonging.
Reasonable Accommodation Statement
If you require reasonable accommodation in submitting your application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the recruitment process, please contact recruitment_keelings@keelings.com
Keelings Careers - https://www.keelings.com/careers-keelings/
Keelings Strategy & Values – https://www.keelings.com/our-people/
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Quality Assurance
* Industries
Food and Beverage Services
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