At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the QA team to ensure product safety and quality standards are met.
- Company: Join a dynamic food manufacturing company focused on quality and safety.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career development opportunities, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Collaborative role with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in food safety while leading a passionate team.
- Qualifications: Experience in chilled food manufacturing and strong leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Responsible for the day-to-day management of the quality assurance team to ensure all products are manufactured safely and meet or exceed customer specifications.
Support the site actively in the preparation of and during Customer or Third-Party Audits.
To deputize in the absence of the Factory Technical Manager.
To manage, motivate and develop a team of Quality Assurance personnel, who will audit the Quality Systems according to a defined schedule.
Identify training needs within the team and manage performance.
Factory based role with close collaboration with other functions to ensure product safety and quality, specifically:
- To ensure that all technical policies and procedures are adhered to within the manufacturing environment and review compliance.
- To ensure Technical Systems are adequately monitored so that documentary evidence can be provided to support a “due diligence” defence in the event of a food safety or quality issue.
- Support when required the planning and maintenance of the validation schedule.
- Management of KPIs.
- To analyze laboratory results, understand data and report to business as appropriate.
- To aid with the investigation of customer complaints, trending, and communication of these investigations to customers as appropriate.
- To review contractor/service provider platforms e.g., pest control and ensure outstanding recommendations are closed out in a timely manner, trend results on a quarterly basis and escalate any issues to relevant departmental manager.
- To aid in the delivery of technical projects as required by the business and/or appropriate for personal development.
Planning & Organizational skills.
HACCP Level 3 - Essential
HACCP Level 4 and Food Safety Level 4 desirable.
Degree/HND in food-related discipline.
Chilled Food Manufacturing background – chilled ready meals experience essential – minimum of 3 years’ experience.
Management of small team of people.
Ability to write reports & analyze data.
Sound knowledge of BRC & interpreting customer policies.
Locations
QA Electrical Lead in Wales, Wrexham employer: Oscar Mayer Group UK
As a leading employer in the food manufacturing sector, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment where quality assurance professionals can thrive. Our commitment to employee development is evident through tailored training programmes and opportunities for career progression, all while ensuring that our team plays a vital role in maintaining the highest standards of product safety and quality. Located in a dynamic factory setting, you will be part of a passionate team dedicated to excellence, making a meaningful impact on our customers and the industry.
