Quality Control Supervisor - Maternity Cover

Quality Control Supervisor – Maternity Cover 12 months sought by a £multimillion pound food products manufacturer to join their team in Bilston. This is a temporary role for 12 months maternity cover, PM shifts Tuesday to Saturday: Tues – Thurs 2pm to 11.00pm; Fri 1.30pm to 10.30pm; Sat 8am to 6pm. The Role: As Quality Control Supervisor you will oversee quality assurance activities across the food production site. Reporting to the Quality Manager, you will lead and develop the QA/QC team, ensuring compliance with food safety, quality, legal and customer requirements while driving continuous improvement throughout the business. Your responsibilities as Quality Control Supervisor: • Lead, supervise and develop the Quality Control team. • Ensure compliance with BRCGS, GMP, HACCP, food safety legislation and customer specifications. • Conduct audits, inspections, traceability exercises, mass balance checks and quality assessments across the site. • Investigate non-conformances, implement corrective actions and liaise with suppliers where required. • Support internal and external audits and deputise for the Quality Manager when necessary. • Manage microbiological and organoleptic sampling programmes and maintain accurate quality records. • Collaborate with production, engineering and hygiene teams to drive quality improvements and resolve issues. • Coordinate export requirements, customer sample requests and label approval processes. • Monitor hygiene, maintenance and prohibited item procedures to ensure full site compliance. Your experience as Quality Control Supervisor: • Previous experience in a food manufacturing quality leadership role is desirable • Strong knowledge of BRCGS, GMP, HACCP and food safety legislation. • Excellent attention to detail, analytical and problem-solving skills. • Confident communicator with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels. • Organised, self-motivated and able to prioritise effectively in a fast-paced environment. • Strong people management skills with experience coaching, developing and supporting teams. This is an excellent opportunity for a quality professional looking to take the next step in their career and play a key role in maintaining the highest standards of food safety, quality and compliance. Benefits: • Tuesday to Saturday – pm shift • £14.47p/h Tuesday to Friday until 6.00pm, £15.22 from 6pm until finish • £16.79 p/h all day Saturday • Overtime rate £18.09 p/h (after 45 hours) • Bank holiday rate £21.71p/h • Shift pattern: Tues – Thurs 2pm to 11.00pm; Fri 1.30pm to 10.30pm; Sat 8am to 6pm • Holidays: 28 days • 2 x 20 min breaks unpaid • Employee discount • Free parking • On-site parking • Full training provided • Company pension • Discounted or free food Quality Control Supervisor – 12 Months Maternity Cover Bilston, West Midlands £14.47 - £16.79 (Saturday) + overtime + benefits