Job Description
Role: Quality Assurance Manager\n Location: Croydon, Sussex\n\nSalary / Rate of pay: £40,000 - £50,000 DOE\n\n Platinum Recruitment are working in partnership with a well-established fresh produce supplier that has a background of supply for 20 years. Over the years they have built up a strong reputation and client database as a company who strives for excellence.\n\nWhat's in it for you?\n\nJoin a busy and successful team, work in a stimulating environment where you can really develop and take ownership for your career. They are looking for a competitive and trustworthy Quality Assurance Manager to join their team.\n\nParking\nPaid travel between sites.\nPension\nHolidays\nProgressionWhat's involved?\n\n The Quality Assurance Manager will be a pivotal leader responsible for ensuring the company upholds the highest standards in product quality, hygiene, workplace safety, and technical compliance across Croydon and New Covent Garden Market locations.
This multifaceted role requires strategic vision, hands-on leadership, and meticulous attention to detail to oversee quality assurance, implement and monitor hygiene protocols, foster a safe working environment, and manage all technical aspects of the business, including compliance, audits, and specifications.\n\n Quality Assurance & Technical Leadership\n\nLead and manage Quality Assurance and Technical functions to meet product quality, regulatory standards, and technical compliance across both sites.\nDevelop, implement, and continuously improve quality assurance policies, procedures, and technical specifications.\nOversee quality control processes, making necessary adjustments to maintain high standards.\nImplement and monitor Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).\nConduct micro testing, shelf-life monitoring, traceability, and mass balance exercises, ensuring audit readiness.\nManage all site technical service requirements, including maintenance and document control of the Quality Management System (QMS).\nMonitor and update customer portals and compliance standards & proceduresAuditing & Compliance\n\nManage the Internal Audit (IA) Schedule, IA Non-conformances & Corrective Action (CA) Plans.\nManage BRCGS v9 accreditation, customer approval & other 3rd party audits required by the business or its customers/agents.\nBe a competently trained member (internal auditor) of the IA team to undertake audits as required by the IA schedule.\nRecord all non-conformance's and corrective action plans (CAPs).Operational Management\n\nOversee the preparation and maintenance of required documentation and reports related to quality, hygiene, safety, and technical aspects.\nImplement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency across both sites.\nUtilise quieter seasonal periods for additional staff training and development.\nBe prepared to support production operations hands-on, demonstrating flexibility and understanding of various roles.Skills and Qualifications:\n\nStrong knowledge of production processes, hardware, checkweigher and metal detection.\nProven experience in a similar managerial role, preferably in a related industry\nStrong knowledge of quality assurance, hygiene, health & safety regulations, and technical compliance requirements (HACCP, GMP, Allergens, microbiological, BRC, etc.)\nExcellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills\nAbility to work flexibly, including weekends, as required\nExperience with external auditing (BRC, SALSA, M&S, etc.)\nAbility to manage multiple sites effectively\nStrong hands-on problem-solving skills\nProficient in using various customer portals and compliance systems \n\nSound like the role for you? Then we would love to hear from you!\n\nClick Apply Now and one of the team will be in touch to discuss this Quality Assurance Manager role in Croydon, Sussex.\n\nDon't forget to speak to your consultant about our "Recommend a Friend" referral scheme and find out how you could earn up to £250 per recommendation. \n\nConsultant: Anna Brownless \n\nJob Number: (phone number removed) / INDCOMMERCIAL\n\nJob Role: Quality Assurance Manager\n\nLocation: Croydon, Sussex\n\nPlatinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy