Quality Systems Team Lead (Maternity Cover – Fixed Term Contract)
Location: Craigavon, Co. Armagh
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9am – 5pm
Contract: Fixed term 12 month contract (Maternity Cover)
Salary: £40-44K
MCS Group are proud to be on behalf of a well-established food manufacturer based near Craigavon who are seeking to appoint a Quality Systems Team Lead to cover a period of maternity leave.
This is a key role within the Quality team, reporting to the Quality Manager and responsible for leading a team of QA professionals while maintaining and developing the site’s Quality Management System in line with customer, legal, and audit requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee and improve the Quality Management System, ensuring compliance with customer and legal standards
- Lead investigations into complaints and quality incidents, ensuring robust corrective actions
- Manage internal audits, document control, and food safety systems (VACCP/TACCP)
- Lead, coach and develop the Quality Assurance team to meet departmental goals
- Support external audits and act as a point of contact for cross-functional quality guidance
- Drive improvements across site hygiene standards and continuous improvement initiatives
What We’re Looking For:
- Degree in a food-related discipline or minimum 5 years’ QA experience within FMCG
- Strong knowledge of BRC standards, internal auditing, and QMS implementation
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, with strong attention to detail and reporting skills
- Experience in team leadership or coaching is desirable
- Previous involvement in third-party or customer audits is an advantage
What’s on Offer:
- Competitive salary and benefits
- Enhanced annual leave and family-friendly policies
- Employee wellbeing support
- Staff engagement activities and employee discount schemes
If you’re a quality professional with a strong systems background and leadership experience, this is a great opportunity to join a growing business with a strong reputation in the food manufacturing sector.
To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please send an up-to-date CV via the link provided or contact Ben Picking, Specialist Consultant at MCS Group
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Skills:
food quality management manufacturing HACCP
