The Company
With over 60 years’ experience supplying the major UK supermarkets with products British shoppers love, LDH is recognised as the leading Own Label supplier of a wide range of ambient foods, sourced from every corner of the world.
Main Responsibilities
* To undertake line management responsibilities for the LDH Quality Control team based at the Sproughton site.
* To manage the LDH quality management system and ensure it is fit for purpose particularly in regards to meeting the requirements of BRC “Agents and Brokers”.
* To manage the LDH technical and quality relationship with all warehousing and transport sub-contractors.
* To monitor findings of the QC team and feed back to suppliers as issues arise.
* To lead the design and implementation of new QC reporting software.
* To support the activities of the warehouse and contribute to the warehouse quality management system.
* To support the LDH logistics team with investigation of incident reports in order to reduce occurrences.
* To take the lead in arranging rework with internal and external sub-contractors.
* To contribute to the technical strategy of the business through delivery of the Quality Plan.
* To undertake additional work or projects at the discretion of the Technical Director.
* To lead and act as key contact for pest control services provided by subcontractors.
* To conduct regular warehouse audits and produce accurate audit reports for the sub-contractors.
* To champion product quality and action any areas of concern.
* To update and maintain knowledge of specific industry issues.
* To meet the requirements set by the customer for warehousing and transport; safety; legal and good quality standards
* To support the Technical function where required.
* To keep the QC team’s food safety and health & safety training up to date and documented.
Candidate Profile
* At least 2-3+ years experience in similar role
* Basic knowledge of legal requirements for food manufacturing
* Qualification or experience in food manufacturing/technology
* Basic knowledge of factory environment auditing
* Attention to detail
* Communication skills
* Ability to lead and motivate team
* Able to meet deadlines to a high standard
* Strong ethical standards
* Microsoft office skills, word, excel
Equal Opportunities:
LDH is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination.
If you would like to be part of a successful Company who values its employees, then please send in your C.V. for consideration.