Interim QA Manager – Fresh Produce

Tailored Resourcing Solution; Scotland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an Interim QA Manager in Aberdeenshire, Scotland. This role is pivotal for managing the QA team and ensuring product quality for retail customers in the food sector. The successful candidate will have strong management experience, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate effectively across all levels while working under pressure. Flexibility in hours is required for this full-time position.

Qualifications

• Experience in a management position with a supportive style.
• Excellent attention to detail and communication skills.
• Experience in the Food and/or Fresh Produce sectors essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage QA staff for adequate provision.
• Work with suppliers and commercial colleagues on quality information.
• Ensure all produce is quality checked and documented.

Skills

Management experience

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Decision-making under pressure

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

ERP systems

Job description

We have the privilege of recruiting on behalf of an innovative business, who are a leader in their sector, supplying retail customers with fresh high-quality produce. We currently offer the position of Interim QA Manager taking responsibility for the effective management of the QA team, with product quality at the forefront.

The position of Interim QA Manager will report directly to the head of the department and become a crucial part of the successful supply of product to key retail customers. Team management, motivation, and encouragement is imperative to achieve the success required to meet customer expectations.
Responsibilities include;
Manage QA staff to ensure adequate provision at all times

Work closely with suppliers and commercial colleagues to communicate product arrival and quality information

Liaise daily with production colleagues to ensure operating packing procedures are being followed, with fully trained staff

Ensure all fresh produce product is quality checked, corrective actions taken when necessary, allocated to the appropriate customer and documentation compliance

Success in this position relies heavily on the ability to communicate at all levels and hold a passion for the high level of product quality expected when supplying to key customers.

We require;
Experience gained within a similar management position, offering a positive and supportive management style

Excellent attention to detail, with the ability to effectively communicate at all levels
Exposure to the Food and / or Fresh Produce sectors is essential
Confident in the use of MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and ERP systems
Ability to work to deadlines and make decisions under pressure

Hours; Monday – Friday, with some flexibility required
Location; Aberdeenshire, Scotland