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Quality Lead


Company : Protea Recruitment Ltd | Food | Drinks | FMCG Recruitment Partner


Location : Dungannon, Northern Ireland


Created : 2025-04-07


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Quality LeadDepartment: TechnicalJob Title: Quality LeadLocation: DungannonSalary Range: £30k - £35kContract Type: Full Time - PermanentHours: 40 hours per weekRole SummaryAs a Quality Lead, you will support the Quality and hygiene Department, ensuring food safety and quality compliance across the site. You will also be a key contact for audits, customer complaints, and continuous improvement initiatives, driving high-quality standards while mentoring and supporting the quality team.Key ResponsibilitiesQuality & Compliance:Ensure all operations adhere to food safety, hygiene, and quality standards.Lead quality audits and compliance checks, ensuring adherence to internal and external standards.Manage customer complaints, logging, investigating, and reporting findings to drive improvements.Oversee traceability procedures, internal audits, and pest control & cleaning management systems.Leadership & Team Development:Supervise and develop the quality team, providing training and support to enhance skills.Delegate tasks effectively and ensure team members are motivated to meet key performance indicators (KPIs).Support recruitment, retention, and staff development within the quality function.Continuous Improvement & Risk Management:Identify and implement process improvements to enhance food safety and quality standards.Support cost-saving initiatives related to quality control, including chemicals, equipment, and laboratory testing.Ensure HACCP, TACCP, and VACCP procedures are maintained and continuously improved.Work with the Health & Safety team to develop and implement risk assessments for quality activities.What We Offer:Career development opportunities within a fast-growing business.Competitive salary package.Paid holidays.Free car parking.Company social events.NEST pension scheme.What We’re Looking For:Experience in a quality leadership role within the food manufacturing industry.Strong knowledge of food safety regulations and audit processes.Ability to lead and develop a team in a high-paced environment.A degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant discipline is preferred.