Qa Manager

Quality Manager / QA Manager/ Quality Assurance Manager
Bristol
40,(Apply online only) per annum DOE,

My Client an established food manufacturer supplying premium products predominantly to Wholesalers is currently seeking a Quality Manager to join their team. This role will report to the Chief Operating Officer and work alongside the site Technical manager. They will ensure tasks relating to quality, safety and legality are completed by supporting production, carrying out tasks outlined by the quality management system. We are looking for an experienced Quality Assurance manager or an ambitious and enthusiastic individual with quality assurance experience within the food industry looking to take the next step in their career.

Areas of responsibility for the Quality Manager:
Increasing the Technical standards by which the Company operates and supporting the manufacturing standards and seeking to raise them continuously
Support the technical managers activity ensuring compliance with the site FSQM and any necessary audit standards and legal requirements
Support factory compliance with FSQMS including managing and organising GMP and fabrication audits
Support factory compliance with traceability requirements including leading traceability exercises and organising for tests of the system
Approving and auditing all suppliers and maintain an approved suppliers' database
To advise management on current, potential or future issues that may affect the business in a timely and effective manner
Manage and help maintain documents required to support FSQMS
Manage the control of non-conforming products in the factory
Manage product labelling within the factory
Support the production of pack copies and finished product specifications
Be an active member of the site's HACCP team
Involvement with FSSC/BRC activities
Communicate effectively with production managers, supervisors, team leaders and operatives
Compile KPI data for the technical department on a weekly basis for trend review
Compile complaint information and support trend analysis
Arrange microbiological sampling, and analyse trends from results
Investigate trending issues, one-off concerns or opportunities for improvement through root cause analyses
Deputise for technical manager as required

Skill set suitable for the Quality Manager:
Qualified with a Degree or equivalent level qualification or by experience in Food Science or related subject matter
Previous experience in a supervisory/managerial position
This role would be the ideal position for someone who has experience of working in technical team within a food manufacturing environment
HACCP L3/FSL3 trained
BRC or BRCGS working knowledge of food standard/similar GFSI standard are preferred but not essential
Possess a good level of communication and attention to detail
Experience of supporting FSQMS within a food manufacturing environment
Good problem solving skills and the ability to work to strict timeframes

Benefits for Quality Manager:
Salary 40-45,000 per annum DOE
Monday to Friday working 37.5 hours per week on site
22 days holiday plus bank holidays
Pension
On-site parking

If the role is of interest, then please send your CV today


Key words QA Manager, QS manager, technical supervisor, Technical Team Lead, Tech manager