Overview

Vickerstock are partnering with our FMCG client – renowned for their commitment to authenticity and excellence on the appointment of Quality Assurance Team Leader to join the team based in Newtownards. Reporting to the QA & Compliance Manager the Quality Assurance Team Leader will be responsible for assisting in ensuring compliance with all relevant quality and food safety standards and ensuring all aspects of production are carried out to exact quality specifications. What’s in it for you? Salary from £30,000 Monday-Friday working hours Company events Company Pension Discounted or free food On site parking What your day to day will look like as Quality Assurance Team Leader: Organise the day-to-day work for the QA team and cover for the QA team and QA & Compliance Manager when required. Promote and protect quality standards and product integrity by strict monitoring and auditing of systems. Carry out Internal audits, ensuring compliance against BRC, HACCP, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and RSPO. Support the QA & Compliance Manager in external audits. Problem solving where appropriate including use of root cause analysis, implementation of corrective action and control of non-conforming products. Analysis of microbiological and chemical results / trends and determination of corrective action / preventative measures as required. Ensure all quality controls in respect to raw materials, process flow, finished products, packaging and environmental matters are adhered to strictly. This will be achieved through vigorous attention to the quality procedures laid down and close liaison with managers of each department. Complete product and customer specifications. Monitor allergen control and hygiene best practice throughout the site. Investigating customer complaints and report on actions taken. Support NPD in the launch of new products. What you will need to succeed: Third level qualification in a food science related discipline Have experience managing and developing a team. Experience of leading on audits Previous experience in a food production environment to be able to demonstrate technical knowledge of the food industry. Broad understanding of quality assurance measures/quality standards (BRC, ISO 14001, ISO 9001, RSPO), Ability to achieve ambitious deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Desirable Criteria (it would be great if you have these but don’t worry if you don’t) Experience of H&S risk assessment Experience of Sage 200 in a production environment What to do next: Sound like the career move you’ve been after and would like to hear more, pick up the phone to Anna now on or send an updated CV – in Word format – via the link on the page. If this opportunity doesn’t quite get the taste buds flowing but like me you are passionate about food, let’s get a chat and see how I can help grow your career. PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR A FULL LIST OF OUR CURRENT VACANCIES. Skills: QUALITY ASSURANCE FOOD SAFETY COMPLIANCE HACCP

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