Join Our Team at Kerry!
Requisition ID: 59752
Position Type: Full-Time Permanent
Workplace Arrangement: #LI-Onsite
About Kerry
At Kerry, we are proud to be the world's leading taste and nutrition company, serving the food, beverage, and pharmaceutical industries. Every day, we partner with our customers to create healthier, tastier, and more sustainable products enjoyed by billions globally. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, shaping a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with us means you’ll have the opportunity to explore and grow in a truly global environment.
About the Role
We are thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity for a Quality Systems Lead at our Menstrie manufacturing site! In this pivotal role, you will oversee our Audit Programme and Quality Management Systems, ensuring full compliance with the Kerry Manufacturing Standard (KMS), Site Food Security and Food Safety Programs, Group Regulatory policies, Product specifications, and all customer requirements.
The ideal candidate will bring significant experience and a deep understanding of food quality policies, procedures, and systems. You will provide technical systems support to our Quality, Production, Engineering, and Supply Chain teams, ensuring a standardized approach to all QMS activities on site.
Our Safety Purpose
At Kerry, we foster a caring culture where everyone goes home safe every day. We are committed to providing a safe working environment and ensuring that all safety protocols are strictly followed. Join us in creating a workplace where safety is everyone’s responsibility!
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the site’s external and internal audit programme, ensuring audits are completed on schedule and driving the closeout of non-conformances.
* Establish a robust QMS Audit Programme covering all relevant standards, with frequency defined by risk assessment.
* Ensure compliance with external accreditations such as GSS, KSCA, FSSC, Halal, Kosher, GMP+, and non-GMO.
* Own and maintain the site’s Quality Management System (QMS) framework, driving continuous improvement.
* Lead the HACCP Team, developing HACCP plans and documentation in line with Kerry Global standards.
* Coordinate training needs for Food Hygiene standards, HACCP, TACCP, and Allergens.
* Manage direct reports, fostering their development and support.
* Generate and maintain internal quality and food safety/quality site KPIs and customer reports.
* Ensure an Approved Supplier Programme and Food Defence Programme are in place.
* Maintain a robust traceability procedure and manage the site’s Crisis Management Programme.
* Handle customer complaints, ensuring timely responses and reporting.
* Build relationships with centralized functions for smooth product/process introductions.
Qualifications and Skills
* Significant quality experience in the Food, Beverage, or Pharma industry with a keen eye for detail.
* Degree or equivalent in a Food Science/Technology related subject.
* Lead Auditor Qualification and familiarity with various standards.
* HACCP Level 4 (minimum) and Food Hygiene Level 3 (minimum).
* Proficient written, numerical, and verbal skills; fluency in English.
* Strong numerical ability to record, interpret, and analyze key data.
* SAP experience is beneficial but not essential; training will be provided.
* Excellent communication skills at all levels.
* Proficient in MS Office tools.
Why Apply?
* Opportunity for career and personal development within a global, multifaceted business.
* Industry-benchmarked salary.
* Matched pension scheme up to 10%.
* Life Assurance 6x salary.
* Share purchase scheme.
* 25 days annual leave plus relevant bank holidays.
* Employee Assistance Program and benefit platform.
* Access to the Udemy Training Platform.
* Free onsite parking.
Join us at Kerry and be part of a team that is dedicated to making a difference in the world of food and nutrition!
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