## Senior Quality Specialist - FTC Maternity CoverApplylocations: Mold, North Walestime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdaytime left to apply: End Date: June 19, 2026 (30+ days left to apply)job requisition id: JREQ10417**The is a 12 month fixed-term contract to cover maternity leave.****About Us** Tate and Lyle is a successful organisation with a clear purpose, ambition, strategy, and strong expert talent, solely focused on achieving its’ ambition as a world class ingredients solutions provider. We have expanded our plant-based footprint beyond corn into tapioca, stevia leaf, chickpea protein and soluble fibre to explore wider platforms for achieving our ambition. Achieving this ambition will require; development of new capabilities, reallocation of resources and investment to become a leaner, more agile company, leveraging latest technology, process insight and ways of working.**The role purpose is to:*** Assist and deputise for the EHSQ manager during absences such as holidays and as and when required* Ensure compliance with all site Certifications* Support the maintenance of high-level Food Safety awareness in conjunction with the EHSQ Manager* Promote and drive a robust and sustainable food safety culture* Ensure all Quality tasks are timely executed to a high standard* Collaborate with other counterparts to ensure that execution of globally harmonized processes and procedures are established and maintained.* Support and drive a culture of continuous improvement* Manage projects relating to quality and food safety improvements**Main Accountability & Responsibilities*** Supporting the EHSQ Manager with site certification audits – take active role in preparing for site certification audits* Supporting the development and continuous improvement of all food safety, food defence and quality programs* Providing training for all the above programs: + HACCP and Prerequisite Programs (Lead the HACCP/Food Safety team, participate in Food Safety risk assessment, Coordinate the monitoring and verification activities) + Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)* Supporting the development and continuous improvement of Allergen Management programs and controls* Leading and conducting root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions for both internal and external audit non conformances in conjunction with Operations / Key stakeholders* Lead internal audit program – schedule audits and ensure NC follow up to closure* Carry out internal audits as per the schedule – complete GMP audits* Updating and continually improving the site Food Defense Plans and program in conjunction with global changes / requirements* Updating and continually improving the site Quality System Management (documents, trainings, reporting records, reviews)* Integrating quality into the Journey* Supporting Product Incidents, Recalls & Withdrawals in conjunction with the EHSQ Manager* Proactive owner of Element 16 in the J2EE* Direct contact with Health local Authority/Veterinary Department to resolve issues.* Direct Contact with Ecolab / Pest Control – liaise with them to arrange site inspections and follow up on any recommendations / actions identified during the pest control inspections* Colos Bag label Approval cover**EHSQS accountabilities and mandatory knowledge:*** EHSQ policy* Product Protection Principles (PPPs)* Stop Work Authority* Risk assessment (risk matrix) related to specific tasks and related operating procedure* Good Manufacturing Practices* HACCP/Food Safety* Allergen Controls* Food Defense / Security* Incident reporting and notification requirements (Gensuite)* Suspicious package* INVOLVEMENT IN J2E:* Specific requirements for the assigned element (also in the role of element co-owner)* Use automated system to track actions, inspections, improvements of EHSQSMS in Framework Scorecard.## Skills and experience required:* Bachelor's degree with at least 5 year of quality experience in the Food Industry* Good knowledge of spoken and written English* quality management, Allergen Management and food safety management within the food industry (at least 5 years) and robust understanding of legislation relating to the food industry.* Trained to Level 4 (Advanced Standard) in Food Safety & HACCP or equivalent level of knowledge and experience (desired)* Thorough understanding and working knowledge of Food safety, HACCP, Food Legislation, all GFSI standards and other customer standards* Ability to lead and manage change and effectively pass on the information in a concise and effective manner to ensure smooth transition and compliance* Ability to provide concise and accurate reports in a timely manner which are easily understood by end users* Experience of working in a FMCG environment* Diplomacy and strong interpersonal skills* Effective communicator both verbally and written.* Effective influencing and negotiating skills* Project Management skills* A continuous improvement mindset and approach* A good understanding of processes within Food Industry* Ability to work globally with global quality team, sharing of ideas, and working towards global harmonization and implementation of best practices* A high degree of personal motivation and desire to make an immediate contribution* A Self-starter**What we can offer you:**As a business operating in 50 countries worldwide, we offer a global rewards package to all employees alongside a range of country-specific benefits. In addition to the competitive salary we offer.
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