Food Safety and Compliance Specialist

1 week ago


Norwich, Norfolk, United Kingdom Zest Food Jobs Full time
Job Title: QA Operations Director

We're looking for an experienced Quality Assurance Operations Director to oversee our quality assurance and auditing processes, ensuring that our food manufacturing operations meet the highest standards of quality, safety, and compliance.

About the Role

This is a critical position within our organization, requiring strong leadership skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to excellence. As QA Operations Director, you'll lead a team of QA professionals, maintain and enhance our Quality Management System (QMS), and oversee daily quality assurance operations.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Quality Assurance Leadership: Lead and manage a team of QA professionals, providing guidance and support to ensure a high-performance and collaborative environment.
  • Audit Preparation: Prepare for BRC, HACCP, GMP, and other third-party audits, ensuring full compliance with industry standards.
  • QMS Development: Maintain and continuously improve our Quality Management System (QMS), ensuring it aligns with internal and external requirements and best practices.
  • Complaint Handling: Lead investigations for quality-related complaints and non-conformances, working cross-functionally to implement corrective and preventive actions.
  • HACCP Management: Oversee and lead HACCP plans, ensuring food safety hazards are effectively managed across production lines.
  • Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvement within QA and auditing functions, enhancing efficiency, quality, and safety.
Requirements:
  • Proven Experience: In a Quality Assurance or similar role within food manufacturing.
  • Strong Knowledge: Of BRC, HACCP, and quality management systems.
  • Excellent Communication Skills: For effective cross-functional collaboration.
  • Leadership and Management Skills: Demonstrated team management and leadership skills.
  • Analytical Mindset: With a proactive approach to quality issues.

Estimated Salary: £55,000 - £75,000 per annum, based on experience.



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