Assistant Quality Manager

We blend care and creativity to nourish the world.

Griffith Foods is a global product development partner specializing in high-quality food ingredients. We serve global and regional food companies worldwide. As a family business, we've valued people above all else for 100 years. Griffith is renowned for true, collaborative innovation. Our people care. We're committed to helping our customers create better products - and a better, more sustainable world. Learn more about Griffith Foods at .

Purpose of the Position

The purpose of the role is to promote a food safety and quality culture in the business manufacturing sites and deputise in all aspects of Quality in the absence of the Site Quality Manager.

Responsibilities

• Deputising on all Quality (including Quality Control/Quality Systems and Food Safety) issues for Site Quality Manager.
• Promotion of Food Safety and Quality culture throughout the business.
• Working closely with other departments in a fast-moving environment to ensure that business goals are met.
• Development, implementation, and management of the monitoring effectiveness of all hygiene systems.
• Support the Site Quality Manager in customer and third-party audits including interpretation and implementation of required standards.
• Advising customers, suppliers, and other departments on all aspects of the Quality and Food Safety systems.
• Implementation of the HACCP system and training of all staff in HACCP, Food Safety, and Quality System requirements.
• Completing from receipt to completion both Supplier and Customer complaints – including root cause analysis and use of GPE techniques whilst ensuring that the root cause is a practical and workable solution that falls within the requirements of customer/third-party and ISO standards.
• Supporting all departments in the investigation, root cause, and corrective actions of both internal rejects and non-conformances.
• In the absence of the Site Quality Manager, collate monthly Quality KPIs for own manufacturing site within the region and aid with the preparation of the Quality management review.
• Support the annual contaminants program and prepare reports in conjunction with other members of the European Quality team.
• Work with and support Product Info and Regulatory departments on Quality & Food Safety issues.
• Work strategically with other members of the European Quality team.
• Working with the GPE teams from a Quality Perspective.
• Support and advise maintenance and engineering on all related Quality and Food Safety requirements.
• Close involvement in the day-to-day operations of the Food Safety team.

Requirements

• Strong technical/quality background. Accomplished auditor, trained trainer, eye for detail, negotiation skills, excellent interpersonal skills, passion for quality.
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar role in the food industry.
• Proven abilities in achieving results by leadership and building relationships.
• Experience in food customer standards would be an advantage.
• Degree in Quality/Food Science (or equivalent by experience).
• Detailed knowledge of food standards specifically GFSI, Certificate in HACCP principles if applicable, and international standards (ISO9001).
• Operational computer skills: MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Accomplished lead auditor.
• Strong capabilities in people management.

Working at Griffith Foods

We are a caring family company where everyone has the opportunity to grow, follow their own personal purpose, and find fulfillment in their work. We support each other, demonstrate mutual respect, and nourish people’s well-being. We believe in doing the right thing, especially when it is hard to do, and recognize that our success depends on our customers’ success. Consequently, we work together, leveraging our skills, knowledge, and ideas to create exceptional products and solutions. We value diversity at our company and celebrate our cultural and personal differences, knowing that together, we create a unique source of strength. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, or age. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to disability you may contact us at recruiting@griffithfoods.com.

• Job Family: Quality Assurance
• Job Function: Operations
• Employment Indicator: ESP - Permanent Full Time Ordinary [100]