Senior Quality and Compliance Officer
Location: Leeds
Job Type: Full-timeWe are seeking a Senior Quality and Compliance Officer to join our dynamic Technical and Compliance team at our head office. This pivotal role supports the day-to-day operations of the department, ensuring our systems and processes meet the highest standards of quality and compliance. If you are ready to make a significant impact in a forward-thinking company, we would love to hear from you.
Day-to-day of the role:
Maintain and monitor our quality and compliance systems, impacting plant performance and ensuring continuous compliance with BRC and ISO standards.
Conduct internal audits, maintain records, and ensure supplier standards are up to par to achieve customer service excellence.
Address and reduce quality complaints efficiently, ensuring nonconformances identified in audits are managed and resolved effectively.
Lead problem-solving initiatives using rigorous methods to identify and implement effective solutions.
Prepare and present monthly quality and complaints analysis reports for senior management meetings.
Act as the HARA team leader and main contact for the pest control contractor, managing visits and addressing issues promptly.
Host quality meetings, aligning team objectives with plant-level implementation and improvement goals.
Foster a safe working environment and promote continuous learning and teamwork within the department.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
Minimum HACCP Level 3 certification; Level 4 preferred.
Strong knowledge and experience with BRC standards and their implementation.
Experience in lean continuous improvement processes.
Clear understanding of manufacturing processes, particularly in packaging or printing.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with strong influencing abilities.
Proficient in Microsoft Office packages, including Excel and Word.
Proven ability to manage a busy and varied workload, with excellent organisational and prioritisation skills.
Analytical thinker with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
Flexibility and a high degree of attention to detail.
Enthusiastic and committed, with a willingness to learn and grow within the organisation.
Benefits:
Competitive salary and benefits package.
Opportunities for professional development and growth within the company.
Dynamic and supportive work environment.
Engagement in impactful projects that influence the company's operations and success.To apply for the Senior Quality and Compliance Officer position, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role