Quality Lead

A Global fast-paced manufacturing company are looking for a Quality Lead to join the team at their impressive site in the Greater London area, Enfield

The ideal candidate will be a hard-working, adaptable and personable Quality Lead with a strong technical background within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Operating in a busy environment and reporting into the Quality Manager, you will have strong evidence of quality experience in a similar facility,

This is a fantastic opportunity with a global company who offer fantastic progression possibilities
The Quality department is currently operating on a straight days shift pattern, on a 37.5 hour work week, five days in the office
 
Role: Quality Lead
Location: Greater London, Enfield
Salary: £40,000 - £47,000
 
The key responsibilities of the Quality Lead role will be:

- Team Leadership and Development
Provide leadership, coaching, and development opportunities to the Lab Technicians team to optimize individual and team performance.
- Resource and Workforce Planning
Oversee short-term labour planning including managing schedules, absences, holidays, and leave to ensure seamless lab operations.
- QESH Support and Compliance
Collaborate with Production Managers to uphold Quality, Environmental, Safety, and Health (QESH) standards by offering guidance and training to all relevant team members.
- Complaint Management
Lead the investigation of product and process complaints within the Performance Cell / Area. Develop and implement corrective action plans to prevent recurrence.
- Audit Readiness and Action Plans
Support QESH audits by preparing necessary documentation, responding to audit observations, and ensuring timely implementation of corrective actions.
- Project Collaboration
Partner with the Engineering and Technology department on new investments and improvement initiatives relevant to the Performance Cell / Area.
- KBI Monitoring and Continuous Improvement
Track QESH Key Business Indicators (KBIs), analyze performance, and initiate corrective measures to address deviations from targets.
- Operational Excellence
Contribute to and support operational excellence initiatives to drive efficiency and innovation across the area

 
The key requirements of the Quality Lead will be:

- Working within food or beverage manufacturing environments
- Overseeing compliance with legislation and risk management protocols
- Handling consumer and customer complaints effectively
- Leading teams responsible for quality testing and analytical processes
- A hands-on approach, clear communication skills
- A graduate with Chemistry/Food/Engineering related qualifications is preferred

 
 
Please apply online or contact kieran.brookes@technical-network.co.uk for a confidential conversation
 
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