Quality Manager

Reed Specialist Recruitment Ltd.; Leeds; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Quality Assurance Manager to lead and manage their QA team in Leeds. The role involves ensuring quality improvement plans are implemented, maintaining quality management systems, and fostering a strong food safety culture. Candidates should have extensive experience in FMCG manufacturing and team management skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in FMCG manufacturing, preferably food production.
• Proven experience managing large teams.
• Strong knowledge of quality systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily activities of the QA team.
• Implement QA shift patterns.
• Oversee training and development.

Skills

FMCG manufacturing experience

Team management

Continuous improvement tools

Strong communication skills

Leadership skills

Organizational skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Job description

• Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
• Location: Leeds
• Salary: £50,000+ per annum (depending on experience)

We are seeking a Quality Assurance Manager to lead and develop our QA team, ensuring the implementation and management of quality improvement plans to achieve quality objectives. This role is crucial in maintaining and enhancing our site quality management systems, fostering a strong Food Safety and Quality Culture, and spearheading site quality projects. This position is predominantly shop-floor-based, requiring a hands-on approach.

Responsibilities

• Manage the daily activities of the QA team, including shift coverage and recruitment.
• Implement QA shift patterns and structure the team effectively to meet business needs.
• Oversee training and development, ensuring timely completion of performance appraisals.
• Support updates and improvements to QA processes and related procedures.
• Lead the implementation of quality training matrices for site personnel.
• Ensure site risk assessments are completed and corrective actions are implemented.
• Maintain sampling plans and ensure compliance with customer and site requirements.
• Lead root cause investigations, trend analysis, and corrective actions for non-conformances.
• Promote a food safety and quality culture across all departments.
• Represent the business in customer and retailer meetings as required.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience in FMCG manufacturing, preferably in food production.
• Proven experience managing large teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong knowledge of continuous improvement tools and quality systems.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to manage and deliver under pressure while maintaining high standards.