QA Team Leader
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- England,South West,Somerset
- Full Time, Permanent
- £34,000 per annum
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Full job descriptionQA Team Leader | Quality Assurance Team Leader | Quality Team Leader | QA SupervisorIlminster | £34,000 per annum | Monday-Friday, 7am-4pm | Full-Time | Permanent
IntroductionAcorn by Synergie is delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a well-established food manufacturing business looking for an experienced and motivated QA Team Leader to join their team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a quality-focused professional looking to take the next step in their career and play a key role in maintaining and improving quality standards across a busy manufacturing site.
Reporting to the Operational QA Manager, you will lead the day-to-day Quality Assurance function, supporting the QA team and working closely with Production to ensure products consistently meet customer specifications, legal requirements and internal quality standards.
What We Offer*£34,000 per annum.
*Company bonus scheme.
*Enhanced pension contributions.
*Life Assurance and Critical Illness Cover.
*Onsite parking.
*Employee discounts platform.
*Long service celebrations.
*Employee Assistance Programme.
*Free fruit and potatoes.
*Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme.
*Flu vaccinations.
*Refer a friend scheme.
Key Responsibilities*Lead and coordinate all day-to-day Quality Assurance functions across the site.
*Ensure packed products meet customer specifications and required quality standards.
*Work closely with Production Management to maximise efficiency without compromising product quality.
*Identify and manage out-of-specification products, taking appropriate corrective action with Production.
*Carry out QA activities across Intake, Output and Tickets.
*Monitor shelf-life deterioration and ensure quality issues are reported promptly.
*Conduct additional quality assessments, including dry matter and hot box testing, where required.
*Support the preparation and successful completion of internal and external audits.
*Manage the site’s GMP audit system and participate as a member of the internal auditing team.
*Arrange and secure samples for microbiological, chemical and nutritional analysis using the appropriate laboratory systems.
*Assist with the collection and reporting of weekly QA KPI information.
*Support the Operational QA Manager with the day-to-day running of the department.
*Deputise for the Operational QA Manager when required, including managing team performance, sickness and holiday cover.
*Support the implementation of LEAN and continuous improvement initiatives across the department and wider business.
*Help identify opportunities to reduce waste, improve line performance and enhance OEE.
*Ensure products are correctly labelled and comply with customer specifications and legal requirements.
*Ensure employees follow relevant procedures, work instructions, company policies and Health & Safety requirements.
*Assist with risk assessments and site improvement initiatives.
*Provide coaching, training and support to QA and production employees.
*Assist with regular team briefings covering quality, performance, training, Health & Safety and business updates.
*Coordinate staff holiday requests and support return-to-work processes.
*Contribute to staff appraisals and employee development.
About YouWe are looking for someone who is confident in their QA knowledge and enjoys working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
The successful candidate will demonstrate:
*Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
*A positive, proactive approach to problem solving.
*The ability to lead, motivate and develop a team.
*A strong ’can-do’ attitude with the confidence to use initiative.
*The ability to anticipate issues and take appropriate action.
*Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high quality standards.
*Integrity, diplomacy and impartiality.
*A genuine passion for continuous improvement and LEAN principles.
*The ability to work effectively with both Quality and Production teams.
*A strong understanding of the importance of Health & Safety, with safety always taking precedence.
Interested?If you’re an experienced QA Team Leader, Quality Assurance Team Leader, Quality Team Leader or QA Supervisor looking for a permanent opportunity within food manufacturing in Ilminster, apply online today with your up-to-date CV.
Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.
IntroductionAcorn by Synergie is delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a well-established food manufacturing business looking for an experienced and motivated QA Team Leader to join their team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a quality-focused professional looking to take the next step in their career and play a key role in maintaining and improving quality standards across a busy manufacturing site.
Reporting to the Operational QA Manager, you will lead the day-to-day Quality Assurance function, supporting the QA team and working closely with Production to ensure products consistently meet customer specifications, legal requirements and internal quality standards.
What We Offer*£34,000 per annum.
*Company bonus scheme.
*Enhanced pension contributions.
*Life Assurance and Critical Illness Cover.
*Onsite parking.
*Employee discounts platform.
*Long service celebrations.
*Employee Assistance Programme.
*Free fruit and potatoes.
*Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme.
*Flu vaccinations.
*Refer a friend scheme.
Key Responsibilities*Lead and coordinate all day-to-day Quality Assurance functions across the site.
*Ensure packed products meet customer specifications and required quality standards.
*Work closely with Production Management to maximise efficiency without compromising product quality.
*Identify and manage out-of-specification products, taking appropriate corrective action with Production.
*Carry out QA activities across Intake, Output and Tickets.
*Monitor shelf-life deterioration and ensure quality issues are reported promptly.
*Conduct additional quality assessments, including dry matter and hot box testing, where required.
*Support the preparation and successful completion of internal and external audits.
*Manage the site’s GMP audit system and participate as a member of the internal auditing team.
*Arrange and secure samples for microbiological, chemical and nutritional analysis using the appropriate laboratory systems.
*Assist with the collection and reporting of weekly QA KPI information.
*Support the Operational QA Manager with the day-to-day running of the department.
*Deputise for the Operational QA Manager when required, including managing team performance, sickness and holiday cover.
*Support the implementation of LEAN and continuous improvement initiatives across the department and wider business.
*Help identify opportunities to reduce waste, improve line performance and enhance OEE.
*Ensure products are correctly labelled and comply with customer specifications and legal requirements.
*Ensure employees follow relevant procedures, work instructions, company policies and Health & Safety requirements.
*Assist with risk assessments and site improvement initiatives.
*Provide coaching, training and support to QA and production employees.
*Assist with regular team briefings covering quality, performance, training, Health & Safety and business updates.
*Coordinate staff holiday requests and support return-to-work processes.
*Contribute to staff appraisals and employee development.
About YouWe are looking for someone who is confident in their QA knowledge and enjoys working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
The successful candidate will demonstrate:
*Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
*A positive, proactive approach to problem solving.
*The ability to lead, motivate and develop a team.
*A strong ’can-do’ attitude with the confidence to use initiative.
*The ability to anticipate issues and take appropriate action.
*Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high quality standards.
*Integrity, diplomacy and impartiality.
*A genuine passion for continuous improvement and LEAN principles.
*The ability to work effectively with both Quality and Production teams.
*A strong understanding of the importance of Health & Safety, with safety always taking precedence.
Interested?If you’re an experienced QA Team Leader, Quality Assurance Team Leader, Quality Team Leader or QA Supervisor looking for a permanent opportunity within food manufacturing in Ilminster, apply online today with your up-to-date CV.
Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.
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