The Company

Our client are specialists in their market sector; they are looking for a QA Lead to join them on a permanent basis.

​The Role

* Ensure that the output from Production meets all company and customer quality requirements and standards.

* Provide support, guidance and training as required to operational teams (e.g., Sensory training, Basic Food Hygiene).

* Plan, prepare and conduct audits on the Quality Management and Food Safety (HACCP) systems ensuring that appropriate corrective actions are identified, implemented and re-audited.

* Ensure that all equipment and services required for quality purposes are maintained and calibrated.

* Ensure routine microbiological analysis on plant, raw materials and finished products.

* Maintain quality consumables on site within the agreed annual budget.

* Support and co-ordinate trials, as required, of new products, materials and processes.

* Assist the drive for continuous improvement ensuring that quality and food safety standards are driven forward using the most cost-effective methods.

* Represent the site as required on quality issues with customers, suppliers and statutory bodies as well as relevant site meetings.

* Coach the shift production teams against the quality framework standards and be an ambassador for the quality department.

* Will be working on a day shift system occasionally covering holidays on shift.

The Person

* Proven communication skills.

* Sound knowledge of food production process and legislation is essential.

* HACCP intermediate level essential.

* Competent computer skills required, Excel an advantage.

* Running and supplying reports to represent trending and analysis.

* Proven experience in food safety management and auditing.

* Well-developed interpersonal skills, specifically relationship building, facilitation, written/verbal communication is essential.

* Strong leadership skills.

* Experience of working with in an FMCG environment preferably within a Quality function.

* Experience in developing, implementation and maintenance of food quality management and auditing.

* Relevant industry experience or a relevant degree or equivalent.

* Intermediate Food Hygiene desirable.

* Lead Auditor trained is advantageous but not essential.

The Benefits

* You will be working for a well-established growing employer.

* An excellent salary.

* A company experiencing continued growth, expansion and investment.

* The company are fully compliant with the latest health and safety requirements for current safe working practices