We are seeking a Quality Assurance Expert to lead our manufacturing quality management system and continuous improvement initiatives.
This role will be autonomous in its management of the quality function, operating in both a strategic and tactical manner to deliver outcomes on a day-to-day and longer-term basis. Collaboration with the rest of the Manufacturing team will be essential and management of external stakeholders including auditors and customers will be a regular requirement.
**Key Responsibilities:**
* Owning and continually improving our Quality Management System
* Leading the coordination of internal audit requirements and ensuring compliance to all required accreditations and standards
* Ensuring relevant functions contribute and maintain the required standards for both internal and external audit programs
* Operating as an integral SME in the Manufacturing facility contributing as a Quality risk and control lead in respect to machine capability and process qualification
* Quickly identifying manufacturing quality issues and embedding new ways of working that lead to product quality improvements
* Working with Machine Operators, Maintenance and Reliability representatives to undertake RCA, FMEA and other investigative processes
**Requirements:**
* Degree-qualified (or above) in Science or Engineering
* Qualification in Lean and Six Sigma and/or Project Management (preferred)
* Current and extensive knowledge of manufacturing best practice
* Understanding and ability to conduct quality analysis (including FMEA)
* Experience in a HACCP certified environment (desirable)
Growth opportunities abound in this organization employing hundreds of people globally.