JOB DESCRIPTION

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 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

• TEAM LEADERSHIP & DEVELOPMENTProvide leadership, coaching, and development opportunities to the Lab Technicians team to optimize individual and team performance.
• RESOURCE & WORKFORCE PLANNINGOversee short-term labour planning including managing schedules, absences, holidays, and leave to ensure seamless lab operations.
• QESH SUPPORT & COMPLIANCECollaborate with Production Managers to uphold Quality, Environmental, Safety, and Health (QESH) standards by offering guidance and training to all relevant team members.
• COMPLAINT MANAGEMENTLead the investigation of product and process complaints within the Performance Cell / Area. Develop and implement corrective action plans to prevent recurrence.
• AUDIT READINESS & ACTION PLANSSupport QESH audits by preparing necessary documentation, responding to audit observations, and ensuring timely implementation of corrective actions.
• PROJECT COLLABORATIONPartner with the Engineering & Technology department on new investments and improvement initiatives relevant to the Performance Cell / Area.
• KBI MONITORING & CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENTTrack QESH Key Business Indicators (KBIs), analyze performance, and initiate corrective measures to address deviations from targets.
• OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCEContribute to and support operational excellence initiatives to drive efficiency and innovation across the area