Eastern Cape, East London
Negotiable Monthly Cost To Company (Market related)
Opportunity Available!! Our leading client in the FMCG Sector is looking to employ a Senior Group Quality Manager to join their dynamic team in East London.
Job Description: Quality Assurance and Control:
- Develop, implement, and enforce quality assurance policies and procedures across both manufacturing plants.
- Oversee quality control processes at every stage of production, from raw material sourcing to finished product packaging.
Regulatory Compliance:
- Ensure all products and processes comply with local, state, and federal food safety regulations.
- Prepare for and lead regulatory audits and inspections, ensuring both plants meet required standards.
Quality Systems Management:
- Implement and maintain quality management systems (QMS) in line with industry standards (e.g., ISO 9001, HACCP).
- Conduct regular internal audits and inspections to ensure compliance and identify areas for improvement.
Continuous Improvement:
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality processes, reduce waste, and increase efficiency.
- Utilize data and metrics to identify trends and implement corrective actions.
Team Leadership:
- Manage and mentor quality assurance teams at both manufacturing plants.
- Provide training and development opportunities to ensure staff are knowledgeable about quality standards and best practices.
Supplier Quality Management:
- Establish and maintain relationships with suppliers to ensure the consistent quality of raw materials and ingredients.
- Conduct supplier audits and performance evaluations.
Customer Feedback and Complaint Management:
- Investigate and address customer complaints related to product quality.
- Implement corrective actions to resolve issues and prevent recurrence.
Risk Management:
- Identify potential risks to product quality and develop strategies to mitigate them.
- Implement robust food safety and quality control measures to prevent contamination and ensure product safety.
Reporting and Documentation:
- Maintain accurate records of quality assurance activities and results.
- Prepare detailed reports for senior management on quality performance and improvement initiatives.
Job Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Quality Management, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
- Minimum of 10-15 years of experience in a quality management role within the food manufacturing industry.
- In-depth knowledge of food safety regulations and quality standards (e.g., FDA, HACCP, ISO).
- Proven track record of managing quality assurance across multiple sites.
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Effective communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and senior management.
- Certification in Quality Management (e.g., Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing) is a plus.