Quality Assurance Team Leader

Reed Specialist Recruitment Ltd.; Burton-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in food manufacturing is seeking a QA Team Leader to supervise quality assurance activities at their Burton-on-Trent site. The role involves overseeing QA Technicians, ensuring compliance with food safety standards, and driving continuous improvements. The ideal candidate will be experienced in quality assurance, possess leadership skills, and be adept at fostering a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Opportunities for professional growth and development

Supportive team environment

Engagement in continuous improvement

Qualifications

• Experience in a quality assurance role within food manufacturing.
• Supervisory experience in a regulated production environment is preferable.
• Knowledge of food safety standards including HACCP, GMP, and BRC.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations and support QA Technicians.
• Ensure compliance with quality assurance activities and maintain audit readiness.
• Lead training and development for QA staff.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Organisation

Education

HACCP Level 2

Food Safety Level 3

Job description

QA Team Leader

• Annual Salary: £35,000
• Location: Burton on Trent
• Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

We are seeking a QA Team Leader to oversee the day-to-day operational leadership of QA Technicians, ensuring the effective execution of quality assurance activities across the site. This role is crucial for maintaining compliance with food safety and quality standards, contributing to audit readiness, and driving continuous improvement within the manufacturing environment.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Team Supervision and Task Execution: Provide daily oversight, coaching, and coordination for QA Technicians. Monitor task completion across all shifts to ensure consistent coverage and high-quality output.
• Operational Quality Assurance Activities: Oversee execution of all shift-based QA checks, including audits, traceability exercises, and environmental monitoring. Ensure accurate record-keeping and compliance with site procedures.
• Audit Readiness and Documentation: Maintain a constant state of audit readiness. Support the implementation of corrective actions and contribute to pre-audit preparations.
• Training, Onboarding, and Capability Building: Lead the onboarding and technical training of new QA Technicians. Deliver ongoing training to support continuous skill development.
• Issue Management and Continuous Improvement: Collaborate with various teams to resolve quality issues in real time. Identify areas for improvement and contribute to site-wide initiatives.
• Supplier NCR and Complaint Handling Support: Manage the initial review and logging of supplier non-conformance reports. Liaise with suppliers and internal stakeholders to support investigations and track corrective actions.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience in a quality assurance role within food manufacturing or a regulated production environment.
• Previous experience supervising or coordinating shift-based teams is desirable.
• Knowledge of food safety standards including HACCP, GMP, and BRC.
• HACCP Level 2 and Food Safety Level 3 certifications, or willingness to obtain.
• Effective communicator with strong coaching, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
• Highly organised, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Supportive team environment.
• Engagement in continuous improvement and quality assurance initiatives.

To apply for this QA Team Leader position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.