Quality Assurance Lead – Food Safety & Compliance

Reed Specialist Recruitment Ltd.; Banbury; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment company is seeking a Quality Assurance Manager to oversee quality systems and set high standards of compliance in Banbury. The candidate should have over 5 years of experience in food manufacturing and at least 2 years in a supervisory role. Responsibilities include managing internal audits, leading quality assurance initiatives, and ensuring compliance with food safety standards. This role is pivotal for maintaining product integrity and operational excellence in a regulatory environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in food manufacturing, including 2+ years in a senior QA or supervisory role.
• Internal auditing qualification.
• Level 3 Food Safety & HACCP certification.

Responsibilities

• Lead internal audits, support external audits, and close non-conformances promptly.
• Maintain and improve the site Quality Management System in line with BRCGS and customer codes.
• Drive GMP culture, implement KPIs, and trend data to prevent recurrence of issues.
• Schedule and supervise testing, verify results, and ensure compliance with SOPs and regulatory guidelines.
• Manage and motivate the Quality team, ensuring tasks meet customer and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare reports, maintain document control, and oversee calibration and maintenance of lab equipment.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Influencing skills

Organizational skills

Proficiency in standard software systems

Education

Degree in Food Science or related field

Job description

A leading recruitment company is seeking a Quality Assurance Manager to oversee quality systems and set high standards of compliance in Banbury. The candidate should have over 5 years of experience in food manufacturing and at least 2 years in a supervisory role. Responsibilities include managing internal audits, leading quality assurance initiatives, and ensuring compliance with food safety standards. This role is pivotal for maintaining product integrity and operational excellence in a regulatory environment.