MTrec's new career opportunity

Our client are specialists in their market sector, they are looking for a Quality Assistant to join them on a permanent basis.

The Job you'll do

* Ensure that the output from Production meets all company and customer quality requirements and standards.

* Provide support, guidance and training as required to operational teams (e.g., Sensory training, Basic Food Hygiene).

* Plan, prepare and conduct audits on the Quality Management and Food Safety (HACCP) systems ensuring that appropriate corrective actions are identified, implemented and re-audited.

* Ensure that all equipment and services required for quality purposes are maintained, and calibrated.

* Ensure routine microbiological analysis on plant, raw materials and finished products.

* Support and co-ordinate trials, as required, of new products, materials, and processes

* Assist the drive for continuous improvement ensuring that quality and food safety standards are driven forward using the most cost-effective methods.

* Represent the site as required on quality issues with customers, suppliers and statutory bodies as well as relevant site meetings.

* Coach the shift production teams against the quality framework standards and be an ambassador for the quality department.

The Person

* Proven communication skills with ability to flex styles to differing individual needs.

* Sound knowledge of food production process and legislation is essential.

* HACCP intermediate level essential.

* Well-developed interpersonal skills, specifically relationship building, facilitation, written / verbal communication is essential.

* Experience of working with in an FMCG environment preferably within a Quality function.

* Experience in developing, implementation and maintenance of food quality management and auditing.

* 5 years relevant industry experience or a relevant degree or equivalent.

* Intermediate Food Hygiene desirable.

The Rewards and the Benefits

* Life insurance.

* Company pension.

* Employee discounts off Company product.

* Sports and Social activities.

* Employee of the month/year scheme.

* Enhanced sick pay.

* Enhanced family policy.

* Employee Assistance Programme.

* Cycle to work initiatives.

* Long service awards.

* Annual leave of 24 days plus your birthday off! Plus the bank holidays!!

* Paid volunteering leave.

* Compassionate bereavement policy