Quality Manager

Scott Risk Management Ltd is a leading Safety, Health, Environment and Quality (SHEQ) consulting service, training provider, and recruitment agency with a solid reputation for delivering excellent consultancy, training and recruitment services. Our SHEQ consulting team provides specialist support to businesses of different sizes and types across a variety of sectors. We are proud of our professional approach to delivering client orientated consultancy services and training via a range of delivery options, and our professional recruitment solution which delivers quality candidates to our clients and ensures ongoing continuity of provision through our consultancy support.

We are supporting our client based in Staffordshire, looking for a Quality Manager to support their food manufacturing operations.

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Quality Manager to lead and oversee the quality function of our food manufacturing organisation. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for ensuring that our products meet the highest standards of quality, safety, and compliance.

Responsibilities:

Quality Assurance Leadership:

·        Develop and implement quality assurance policies and procedures

·        Lead a team of technical operators to ensure adherence to established standards

·        Establish and maintain a culture of continuous improvement in quality processes

Compliance and Regulatory Affairs:

·        Stay abreast of industry regulations and standards

·        Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal food safety regulations

·        Interact with regulatory agencies during inspections and audits

Process Improvement:

·        Identify areas for improvement in manufacturing processes to enhance product quality

·        Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement process enhancements

Team Management:

·        Monitor and manage quality inputs of technical operators to ensure understanding and compliance to requirements

·        Conduct regular training sessions to enhance the skills of the team

Quality Metrics and Reporting:

·        Establish and monitor key quality metrics to track and analyse performance

·        Prepare and present regular reports on quality performance to senior management

Communication and Collaboration:

Collaborate with production, engineering, and other departments to address quality issues.

Communicate effectively with all levels of the organisation to drive a quality-focused culture.

Qualifications:

·        Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Food Science, Quality Management)

·        HACCP Level 3

·        Proven experience in a quality management role within the food manufacturing industry

·        In-depth knowledge of food safety regulations and quality management systems

·        Strong leadership and team management skills

·        Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities

·        Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams

Work Schedule:

·        This position requires flexibility to manage quality functions across a 24-hour, 5-day per week rotating shift schedule

If you are a dedicated and experienced Quality Manager with a passion for ensuring the highest standards in food manufacturing, we invite you to apply for this challenging and rewarding position.