Quality Assurance Compliance Manager

WHAT IS IN IT FOR YOU?Permanent role from day oneNewcastle locationSalary is £33K - £38K DOEDay shift only – 8am-5pm20 days holiday plus statutory (28 days)Discretionary company performance related bonus (paid annually)THE BUSINESSOur client serves the plastics industry from their Newcastle location. They have a diverse of products under their portfolio. With national recognition for quality at competitive pricing, they have gained a strong reputation to supply major blue-chip companies, stocking many household brand within their customer base.They are seeking an experienced Quality Assurance & Compliance Manager, with a background in food hygiene standards (BRC) and HACCP training.The organisation currently has an £8.5M turnover and they are on target to grow the business to a £10M turnover by next year. The business is also dedicated to investing in all areas of the business.This is a leadership role. They are looking for someone who can nurture and develop the existing quality team, introducing modern approaches to a successful, yet traditional business. A proven manager, with the confidence to implement system improvements and tangible product quality improvement.They are a 24/5 high-volume manufacturer, producing various packaging and hold an AA grade in accordance with BRCGS Packaging Materials (issue 6). This is the highest award achievable. The Quality Assurance & Compliance Manager will play a pivotal role in developing a collaborative food safety, quality culture within our company. Essentially the driving force in maintaining, monitoring, measuring and enforcing our internal and external systems.The Quality Assurance & Compliance Manager must be a good and timely communicator. Dedicated to continuous improvement, driving excellence, enhancing customer confidence and satisfaction.THE ROLEProvide leadership and direction to the QA/QC team, promoting continuous improvement in all aspects of our practises.Responsible for a team consisting of a Quality Manager and 3 QC/Inspectors delivering all soft “HR” tasksWorking to help establish a continuous improvement cultureDevelop and mentor the quality teamLead HACCP initiatives and ensure compliance to our systems.The customers direct point of contact for any issues relating quality and compliance, managing complaints, effectively and preventing reoccurrence.Ensure production compliance with customer specification and good manufacturing practises (GMP).Process NCR’s, root cause analysis and implementation of improvements.Oversee audit programs performed by the quality team.With ownership for trends, measure and report internal and customer KPIs.Drive activities to improve year on year KPIs related to quality and compliance.THE PERSON5 years minimum experience in a quality and compliance managerial role.Leadership and management skills.Strong knowledge of BRC compliance and audits.HACCP Level 3 qualification and experience in packing materials quality systems.Experience in FMCG or similar environment, with team management experience.TO APPLYPlease send your updated CV to Tony Hutchinson or apply direct by calling Westray Recruitment Group