Quality Manager

Description:

Step into the heart of culinary excellence as a Quality Manager, commanding up to £55,000 plus pension, discretionary bonus, and benefits, in the vibrant town of Billericay, Essex! 

Are you ready to embark on a thrilling journey where every decision you make ensures the highest standards of quality and customer service in the food industry?

Join our dynamic team and become the driving force behind our commitment to excellence.

As a Quality Manager, you'll be at the helm of a dedicated team, orchestrating the complex coordination of technical documentation, reports, and procedural frameworks. Your mission? To maintain the gold standard of food safety and quality, ensuring compliance with stringent legal and accreditation standards.

But this role is more than just ticking boxes and following protocols. It's about innovation and growth. You'll dive deep into the technical nuances of seasoning production, leveraging your expertise to modernise our quality management systems.

If you're a seasoned professional with a track record of success in quality assurance and technical management, this is your chance to shine. Bring your leadership skills to the forefront as you guide and inspire your team to new heights.

With qualifications in HACCP Level 3 and Food Safety Level 3, and a related BSc or equivalent, you're armed with the knowledge and expertise to make a real impact.

From hosting audits to providing strategic guidance to the board on departmental issues, every day presents a new challenge and opportunity for growth. Are you ready to make your mark in the world of quality management? Join us on this exhilarating journey and let's create something extraordinary together.

Quality Manager

Primary Objective: This role is focused on overseeing and optimising quality and technical procedures within the organisation to ensure compliance with set standards and deadlines.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and manage the quality assurance & technical team to effectively handle technical documentation and reports, while designing and implementing relevant systems and procedures.

Oversee the activities of the QA & T Department and make recommendations regarding resource allocation.

Manage compliance documentation with customers and suppliers in collaboration with the Commercial Team, including specifications, supplier assessments, and client self-assessment forms.

Take charge of various quality systems and operating procedures, such as FSQM, GFMS, and HACCP manual, ensuring adherence to relevant protocols and conducting necessary reviews and audits.

Provide training to team members up to Team Leader level, ensuring their proficiency in their respective roles through regular training assessments.

Review and maintain quality management system records, including cleaning schedules, glass audits, and metal detector records.

Supervise and support direct reports, ensuring task delegation, providing guidance, and offering performance feedback in line with company policies.

Represent the company at professional groups and events, and provide insights to the board regarding departmental matters.

Flexibility to undertake additional tasks as required by evolving organisational needs and objectives.

Please note that this list is not exhaustive, and the role may involve additional responsibilities as dictated by the dynamic nature of the organisation