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MacFarlane Group; Cumbernauld; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday entitlement (6 weeks +)

Holiday purchase/sell scheme

Employee assistance programme

Colleague of the month scheme

Flu vaccination programme

Refer a Friend £750

Charity support

Job summary

Pitreavie Packaging seeks an experienced Quality Manager to lead and maintain quality across all production sites in Scotland. The role is based at Cumbernauld with oversight across sites, Monday–Friday, 37.5 hours.

You will ensure ISO 9001, BRCGS compliance, manage audits, analyse quality data and drive continuous improvement. Strong leadership and IT skills are essential to sustain product quality and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing quality management (preferred)
• Ability to oversee compliance with ISO 9001, BRCGS and related standards
• Develop and implement quality control processes across production
• Lead internal and external audits and corrective actions
• Analyse quality data to identify trends and improvements
• Collaborate with suppliers to improve material quality
• Train manufacturing staff on quality standards and procedures
• Prepare quality reports for management and stakeholders
• Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies

Responsibilities

• Compliance Oversight to ensure ISO 9001, 14001 and BRCGS compliance
• Design and implement quality control processes across production
• Conduct internal audits and coordinate external audits
• Collect and analyse quality data to identify trends
• Investigate and resolve non-conformities and customer complaints
• Evaluate supplier quality performance and address issues
• Provide training on quality standards to staff
• Maintain quality records and generate reports
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives for efficiency and quality
• Interface with customers to relay quality-related information

Skills

Quality management

ISO 9001

BRCGS

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Data analysis

IT literacy

Supplier quality

Tools

BRCGS/ISO/FSC processes

Job description

Hours: Full time, 37.5 per week, Monday-Friday

Base Location: Cumbernauld, Grayshill site, required to cover our other sites in Scotland

About us

It is Pitreavie Packaging's mission to be at the forefront of the market, continually solving real problems for customers with innovative and effective solutions through every stage - initial design concept, development, prototyping, and manufacture. Their people, their knowledge, their technology, and their customer service levels are key to the business and are what makes them stand out from competitors.

What we are looking for

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Quality Manager to join the team. The role is full time 37.5 hours a week on a permanent contract, working Monday - Friday onsite office based.

Key responsibilities

• Compliance Oversight - Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations, and certifications including ISO 9001, 14001 and BRCGS. Stay updated on quality-related changes in manufacturing practices.
• Quality Control Processes - Design and implement quality control processes throughout the production cycle. Develop inspection criteria and testing procedures for raw materials and finished products.
• Audits and Inspections. Conduct regular internal audits to assess adherence to quality standards. Coordinate and participate in external audits by regulatory bodies or clients.
• Data Analysis - Collect and analyse quality data to identify trends and areas for improvement. Use statistical tools to evaluate process capabilities and product conformance.
• Problem Resolution: Investigate and resolve non-conformities, customer complaints, or quality issues. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Supplier Quality Management - Evaluate and monitor the quality performance of suppliers. Work closely with suppliers to address quality concerns and improve incoming materials where necessary.
• Employee Training - Provide quality standards and procedures training to manufacturingpersonnel. Foster a culture of quality awareness and continuous improvement
• Documentation and Reporting - Maintain accurate and comprehensive quality records. Prepare and present quality reports to management, highlighting key performance indicators.
• Continuous Improvement Initiatives - Identify opportunities for process improvements and cost savings. Lead or participate in continuous improvement projects to enhance overall efficiency and quality.
• BRCGS Compliance - Lead by example to ensure BRCGS standards and regulations are maintained in daily operations
• Customer Interaction - Interface with customers to understand their quality expectations and address concerns. Collaborate with sales and customer service teams to relay quality-related information.
• Risk Management - Identify and assess potential risks to product quality. Develop risk mitigation strategies to prevent quality issues.

Knowledge and skills

• Experience in the corrugated/print and food sector (preferred)
• Ability to work under pressure and motivate others to meet tight deadlines
• Have a good eye for detail and be methodological in approach
• Previous demonstratable experience within a Manufacturing Quality role
• Ability to multi-task, prioritise, and time manage
• Experience with BRCGS/ISO/FSC company processes
• Strong IT Literacy Skills
• Excellent Problem-solving skills, ability to address challenges with creative and practical solutions

Personal attributes

• Strong sense of urgency and results orientated
• Willing to embrace change
• Confident decision maker with strong problem-solving abilities
• Ability to 'think-on-feet'
• Ability to multi- task, prioritise and time manage

Employee Benefits

• 6 weeks Holiday from Day 1 (increasing with length of service)
• Ability to purchase and sell holidays
• Employee assistance programme
• Colleague of the month scheme
• Company provided flu vaccinations annually
• Refer a Friend Scheme worth £750 per referral
• Charity support

We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds irrespective of your age, gender, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, gender expression, religion or sexual orientation. Should you require any specific support or adjustments during the recruitment process, please email our recruitment team directly.

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