Quality Assurance Manager - 6 month FTC
hace 3 días
Redhill
We have a new opportunity to join The Compleat Food Group as a QA Manager, supporting the growth of our Palace Culture production! You'll be part of a small, close-knit team as key Technical lead for our vegan cheese manufacturing at Redhill. This is a 6 month fixed term contract.About The Compleat Food GroupAt The Compleat Food Group, were proud to be a food business built on purpose and passion. Formed in 2021, were on a mission to create Food to Feel Good - great quality, tasty and affordable food that people love to eat.Were home to some of the UKs most exciting and loved food brands, includingWalls Pastry, Pork Farms, Wrights, The Real Yorkshire Pudding Co., unearthed, Vadasz, Squeaky Bean, Palace Culture, andHarvey & Brockless. Alongside our branded portfolio, were a leading supplier of delicious own-label pastry, sweet bakery, party food, olives and antipasti, added-value egg products, continental meats, dips and sauces and plant-based food to the UKs major retailers, as well as across foodservice.With over 6,000 talented colleagues across 17 sites, and an annual turnover of £1.3bn, were united by a shared ambition to shape the future of food for the better.Location: Redhill, RH1 3ASHours: Monday Thursday, 8:30 17:00, Friday, 8:30 16:00Contract: 6 Month Fixed-Term ContractAnnual Salary: £45,000 - £50,000Your Duties Will Include:Drive the Technical agenda at site and help overcome food safety challengesOrganise and manage internal, external, 2nd and 3rd party audits or visits, including corrective or preventive action close-outsStay up to date of current technical information in food manufacturingMonitor GMP, Glass & Plastic standards and complete inspectionsDrive factory hygiene and quality standardsMaintain and review the HACCP, TACCP and VACCP plansLead the Food Safety and Quality meetingsMaintain Quality Management SystemOversee the NPD process, ensuring Technical integrity is maintained, correct processes are followed and product information is safe, legal and correctPrepare, issue and maintain procedures, policies and working sheets for new and existing productsTrain and develop the production team on food safety and quality requirements; maintain the training matrixControl label changes/promotion/seasonal changesRaise and support complaint investigations or non-conformancesOrganise product samples for internal and external testingComplete micro analysis trending and performance.Knowledge, Experience and Skills:Technical experience working in the food manufacturing sector - fermentation or cheese experience desirableLevel 3 HACCP and Level 2/3 Food Safety & HygieneStrong attention to detail and accuracyAbility to work independently and push Technical boundaries for Food Safety challengesMust be able to communicate effectively and work well with others as part of a small teamGood English (written, verbal) and good basic numeracyAbility to work in an organised, methodical manner.Ability to understand and apply the requirements of current applicable food legislation, BRC Global Standard, and customer codes of practice.Able to coach on procedures and process, when non-conformance is identifiedWhy Join Us?At The Compleat Food Group , we believe our people are the heart of our success. Thats why we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your lifestyle, wellbeing, and career growth:Salary Sacrifice Schemes - including Electric Vehicles, Home & Tech, Cycle to Work, and SMART Pension33 days' annual leave (including bank holidays) with the option to purchase extra at certain times of the yearAccess to enhanced retail discounts online and in-store24/7 access to GroceryAid for free financial, emotional, and practical supportPhysical Wellbeing Hub - free on-demand exercise programmes, online classes and multiple gym discountsFree diet & nutrition advice with access to thousands of meal plans and healthy recipesFinancial wellbeing tools - including mortgage calculators, budgeting tools, and financial aidAccess to a personalised online learning platform (LMS)Formal and informal training opportunities tailored to your rolePerformance Development Plans and regular Career ConversationsIndustry leading company Mentoring Scheme to add depth and really support your career journeyRecognition through Club Compleat rewards portal2 paid volunteering days per year to give back to causes that matter to youEmployee networks & support groups - including Women @ Compleat, LGBTQIA+, Health and Wellbeing, Neuro Diversity and many moreNew baby gift for new parentsThe Compleat Food Group fosters an inclusive, respectful culture where everyone feels safe, supported, and valued. We welcome diverse talent, knowing it drives exceptional results and a better workplace.We are committed to Fairness, Equity, Inclusivity, and Respect, we ensure all colleagues can thrive by bringing their whole selves to work. As an equal opportunitys employer, we provide all the support you need to succeed.Contact us with any questions about Diversity & Inclusion or accessibility during the application process.Recruitment Agencies:We have a small, active and trusted Preferred Supplier List to assist us if required. We do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions. We only accept CV submissions for roles released to you directly by our Talent Acquisition team.REF-229 331TPBN1_UKTJ