Quality Control Manager

LEAD INFORMATION
Job Title
Quality Control Manager (dairy)
Site location
Stockport
Responsible to
Site Manager
Responsible for
To support site in maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety in the manufacturing of sites food products
Client brief
Our client is a long standing family run business specializing in the production and distribution of diary products.
KEY INFORMATION
Reason for vacancy
Increased demand
Contract
Permanent
Basic pay
£35,000-£40,000 (agreed on offer depending on experience)
Shifts
Monday to Friday 8am-5pm
Holidays
32 per annum
Facilities
Canteen, staff parking
Additional
Training available to further your experience
RESPONSIBILITIES
The role
Our client based in Hazel Grove, Stockport is currently recruiting for a Quality Control Manager to join their existing team on a permanent basis. The responsibilities of this position are varied and not limited to -
Individual responsibilities
* Quality Assurance Audits: Conduct regular audits to ensure compliance with food safety regulations, including HACCP standards and SALSA requirements.
* Daily Quality Checks: Oversee and perform daily quality checks on production lines to ensure that products meet quality standards and specifications.
* Lab Testing: Utilize laboratory equipment and procedures to conduct testing on food samples, including milk off the production lines, to assess quality, freshness, and safety.
* Documentation and Record-Keeping: Maintain accurate records of quality control activities, audit findings, test results, and corrective actions taken, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
* Training and Development: Provide training and guidance to production staff on quality control procedures, food safety practices, and regulatory compliance, fostering a culture of quality and continuous improvement.
* Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for process optimization, quality enhancement, and waste reduction, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement corrective actions and improvement initiatives.
* Supplier Management: Evaluate and monitor suppliers based on their adherence to quality standards, product specifications, and regulatory requirements, ensuring consistent quality of raw materials and ingredients.
* Computer Skills: Utilize computer systems and software applications to generate reports, analyze data, and communicate findings to stakeholders effectively.
* Budget Management: Assist in the management of the quality control department budget, including procurement of equipment, supplies, and resources necessary for quality assurance activities.
ESSENTIAL SKILLS
* Previous experience in quality control or quality assurance roles within the food industry, with a strong understanding of HACCP principles and experience with SALSA audits.
* Lab technician experience and proficiency in laboratory testing procedures.
* Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
* Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
* Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to communicate complex information clearly and concisely.
* Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
* Commitment to upholding high standards of food quality, safety, and compliance