Quality Engineer

YOUR OPPORTUNITY

The Quality Engineer will support the implementation and continuous improvement of Quality and Food Safety systems across UK Supply operations. The role will drive supplier and co-packer quality performance, lead investigations and corrective actions, and support compliance with HACCP, FSSC 22000 and Bacardi Quality Standards. The role will also contribute to continuous improvement projects and audit programs to deliver world-class quality performance.

ABOUT

YOU

• 4 years' experience in Quality, Food Safety or FMCG manufacturing environments.
• Degree qualified in Food Science, Engineering, Quality or a related discipline with practical knowledge of HACCP, FSSC 22000, supplier quality, auditing and root cause analysis.
• Strong problem-solving, project management and cross-functional collaboration skills with a passion for continuous improvement.

RESPONSIBILITIE S Food Safety & Quality Management

Maintain and continuously improve Food Safety and Quality Management Systems.

Support and maintain FSSC 22000 certification requirements and compliance programs.

Lead HACCP team activities, hazard analysis reviews and verification activities.

Ensure compliance with PRPs, OPRPs, CCP monitoring and food safety controls.

Lead investigations relating to food safety incidents, complaints and non-conformances.

Supplier Quality Management

Manage supplier qualification, approval and ongoing performance reviews.

Lead supplier audits and CAPA closure activities.

Monitor supplier quality KPIs and improvement plans.

Co-packer Management

Manage quality and food safety performance of co-packers and third-party manufacturers.

Conduct compliance reviews and governance meetings.

Continuous Improvement

Lead CI projects using Lean, RCA, CAPA, 5 Why and FMEA methodologies.

Drive waste reduction, defect reduction and process capability improvements.

SKILLS/EXPERIENCES Project Management

Lead cross-functional quality improvement and risk reduction projects.

Manage timelines, deliverables, stakeholders and project risks.

Auditing & Compliance

Conduct internal, supplier and co-packer audits.

Support FSSC 22000, BRCGS, customer and regulatory audits.

Problem Solving

Lead structured investigations into defects, complaints and deviations.

Verify effectiveness of corrective and preventive actions.

Cross Functional Collaboration

Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, Procurement, NPD, Supply Chain and SQS teams.

Support new product introductions and capital projects.

PERSONAL QUALITIES

• Lead supplier and co-packer quality performance through effective qualification, auditing, risk management and continuous improvement activities.
• Champion Quality and Food Safety excellence through the application of HACCP, FSSC 22000 and Bacardi Quality Standards.
• Drive problem solving, root cause analysis and CAPA activities to improve product quality, food safety and operational performance.
• Build strong cross-functional relationships with Operations, Engineering, Procurement, NPD and external partners to deliver business and quality objectives.
• Demonstrate a proactive, data-driven and continuous improvement mindset with strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

LEADERSHIP AGILITY

At Bacardi we care deeply about finding brilliant talent who can bring the following personal attributes to help elevate our 3

Fs:
Fearless, Family, Founder culture to the next level.

• Belonging: You have a strong capacity to create a culture of ‘Belonging’, where people feel appreciated for who they are, what they do, and who they can become

• Self-Awareness: You have high levels of self-awareness, are reflective and know yourself well, understanding both your own strengths and weaknesses and your impact on others

• People Agility: You bring a deep ability to understand and…