Total 584 Quality Assurance / Control job vacancies in County Durham, North East England

• YOU WILL/MAY:
• Ensure that regulated establishments produce a safe product by executing appropriate inspection methods, determining non-compliance with regulatory requirements, documenting noncompliance and initiating enforcement action, where warranted.
• Verify that meat and poultry slaughter and/or processing establishment's Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOP) and Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) Plans meet regulatory requirements.
• Execute Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOP) and Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) Plans effectively to prevent unsanitary conditions and adulteration of product.
• Review records, observe plant operations and conduct hands-on verification to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and prepare detailed documentation (Non-Compliance Records) of non-compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Determine when regulatory control action is necessary. You will assess whether the plant's corrective or preventative actions are acceptable and effective, if there are trends in non-compliance, or if enforcement action is warranted.
• Conduct regulatory oversight activities inside plants in matters relating to other consumer protections (e.g., economic adulteration and misbranding).
• Have contact with plant managers, owners and others to explain legal and regulatory requirements, discuss operation of the plant's SSOP, HACCP plan and other food safety programs.
• Communicate and defend determinations on non-compliance issues and discuss plans for addressing non-compliance.
• Work with a variety of individuals to resolve problems, clarify differences of interpretation concerning HACCP and other food safety or consumer protection requirements.
• Advise other Agency inspectors, supervisors and officers on inspection and enforcement matters for which you are involved.
• Conduct various samplings, surveys and tests to obtain pertinent data on potential problem areas, industry trends, or other issues of current interest to the Agency.
• Be involved in performing health and safety verification sampling and tests for detection of specific microbes (e.g., salmonella, listeria, etc.), residues or contaminants.
• Assure that products approved for import are in full compliance with all applicable Federal regulations governing the importation of meat and poultry products.
• Authorize entry of all meat or poultry products considered to comply with Federal regulations or refuse entry of any products which violate any of the requirements for admission into this country.
• Coordinate with other Federal agencies (e.g., the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) on such matters as animal health restrictions and refused entry lots.

Starting at $39,576 Per Year (GS 5-9)

• YOU WILL/MAY:
• Ensure that regulated establishments produce a safe product by executing appropriate inspection methods, determining non-compliance with regulatory requirements, documenting noncompliance and initiating enforcement action, where warranted.
• Verify that meat and poultry slaughter and/or processing establishment's Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOP) and Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) Plans meet regulatory requirements.
• Execute Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOP) and Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) Plans effectively to prevent unsanitary conditions and adulteration of product.
• Review records, observe plant operations and conduct hands-on verification to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and prepare detailed documentation (Non-Compliance Records) of non-compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Determine when regulatory control action is necessary. You will assess whether the plant's corrective or preventative actions are acceptable and effective, if there are trends in non-compliance, or if enforcement action is warranted.
• Conduct regulatory oversight activities inside plants in matters relating to other consumer protections (e.g., economic adulteration and misbranding).
• Have contact with plant managers, owners and others to explain legal and regulatory requirements, discuss operation of the plant's SSOP, HACCP plan and other food safety programs.
• Communicate and defend determinations on non-compliance issues and discuss plans for addressing non-compliance.
• Work with a variety of individuals to resolve problems, clarify differences of interpretation concerning HACCP and other food safety or consumer protection requirements.
• Advise other Agency inspectors, supervisors and officers on inspection and enforcement matters for which you are involved.
• Conduct various samplings, surveys and tests to obtain pertinent data on potential problem areas, industry trends, or other issues of current interest to the Agency.
• Be involved in performing health and safety verification sampling and tests for detection of specific microbes (e.g., salmonella, listeria, etc.), residues or contaminants.
• Assure that products approved for import are in full compliance with all applicable Federal regulations governing the importation of meat and poultry products.
• Authorize entry of all meat or poultry products considered to comply with Federal regulations or refuse entry of any products which violate any of the requirements for admission into this country.
• Coordinate with other Federal agencies (e.g., the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) on such matters as animal health restrictions and refused entry lots.

Starting at $39,576 Per Year (GS 5-9)

As a National Bank Examiner/Bank Examiner (Large Banks Field Examiner) with emphasis in Compliance, you will:

• Plan, organize, and control compliance supervisory activities in large banks.
• Identify systemic risks and trends through evaluation of compliance activities and operations.
• Develop compliance supervisory strategies, including plans to effect corrective actions and programs to monitor bank progress.
• Identify, evaluate, and resolve problems or issues related to the examination of compliance operations.
• Prepare reports of activities and responses to address risks.
• Provide leadership, training and instruction to other examiners; manage and evaluate the work of team members during supervisory activities.
• Conduct or participate in discussions with senior bank management on examination findings, conclusions and recommendations.
• Develop and maintain communications within and external to the OCC regarding bank supervision matters or issues.

Starting at $104,658 Per Year (NB 6)

FTC (3 Months) Credit Control- Goole, East Yorkshire

Search Consultancy is supporting a global company in recruiting an experienced Credit Controller for a 3-month fixed-term contract at their office in Goole.

This is an excellent opportunity for a self motivated and reliable candidate seeking a new challenge and eager to support their finance team.

The role involves chasing payments, controlling accounts, handling queries and coming up with solutions as well as collecting overdue invoices, reporting and reducing bad reports. You will also be making sure records are kept up to date and using financial software systems.

To be considered for this role, you should ideally have at least 1 years of experience in credit control. You will also have strong communication skills, good team player, excellent organisation skills as well as being capable of working under pressure. You also will be proficient in Microsoft Office applications and experienced in systems like SAP.

The role offers a competitive salary and is full time working in the office: 9:00 am-5:00 pm, Monday to Friday. In addition there are some great benefits.

If you are seeking this new opportunity and keen to get into a new role in finance, then this role could be the perfect fit for you, please apply today.

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age

Your new companyOne of our clients are looking to add a credit controller to their team in Brighton.

Your new role
Oversee all facets of the credit control process, ensuring timely collection of outstanding debts and maintaining accurate records.

• Collaborate with solicitors to escalate overdue accounts to legal action when necessary, ensuring compliance with legal procedures and company policies.
• Maintain regular communication with customers to address payment issues and updates. Coordinate with other teams to ensure seamless information flow and support.
• Generate detailed debt reports upon request, providing insights and data to assist in financial decision-making and strategy.
• Accurately code financial transactions and updates in the system, ensuring data integrity and consistency.
• Handle card receipts and cash inputs efficiently, ensuring all transactions are recorded accurately and promptly.
• Provide general support to other teams as needed, assisting with various tasks to ensure smooth operations and collaboration.

What you'll need to succeed

• Proven credit control experience
• Strong communication stills.
• Confident on the computer

What you'll get in return

• Monday to Friday, 9am - 5:30pm (36.25 hours per week).
• 22 days starting holiday entitlement plus statutory bank holidays
• Day off for your birthday
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Season Loan.
• Company Events.
• Pension Scheme.

What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Revenues & Benefits Control Manager - PO4

Description
We are seeking a highly skilled Revenues & Benefits Control Manager - PO4 to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing the administration of revenues and benefits, ensuring compliance with relevant legislations and policies while optimizing operational efficiency. You will lead a team of professionals, guiding them in delivering high-quality services that meet the needs of our community. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership capabilities and display a keen attention to detail in financial management. As the Revenues & Benefits Control Manager, you will be tasked with implementing strategic initiatives that enhance revenue collection and improve benefits distribution. You'll work closely with various departments to develop policies that streamline processes and ensure best practices. Your analytical skills will be critical in identifying trends and improving financial performance across our services. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to make a significant impact and drive improvements in revenue management and benefits delivery. If you have a passion for public service and a proven track record in financial control, we invite you to apply for this pivotal position in our organization.

Responsibilities
Lead and manage the Revenues and Benefits Control team to ensure efficient service delivery.
Develop and implement policies and procedures for revenue collection and benefit administration.
Monitor and analyze financial performance metrics to identify areas for improvement.
Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation and policy guidelines relating to revenues and benefits.
Prepare detailed reports and presentations for senior management on financial performance and operational efficiencies.
Collaborate with other departments to optimize service delivery and streamline processes.
Provide training and support to team members to enhance their skills and knowledge in revenues and benefits control.
Requirements
Proven experience in a managerial role within revenues and benefits or a related financial field.
Strong understanding of financial legislation, compliance, and best practices.
Excellent leadership and team management skills with the ability to motivate and develop staff.
Demonstrated analytical skills with experience in financial reporting and performance analysis.
Ability to communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders, including senior management and the public.
Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to identifying and addressing challenges.
Relevant professional qualifications or certifications in financial management or public administration.

Hours Per Week: 35.00
Start Time: 09:00
End Time: 17:00
Pay Per Hour: £27.75
Location: Lewisham, South East London

Should you wish to apply for this job opportunity, please send an up to date CV.

HEAD OF BUILDING SAFETY AND COMPLIANCE (FTC – 6 months)
National role hybrid – home/office/travel
c£74,000 + CA Total package £84,300

Our client, a not-for-profit housing association require a Head of Building Safety and Compliance Manager. The role is working on a FTC basis for 6 months reporting into the Director of Building Safety and Compliance.

As a member of the senior compliance team, you will be responsible for ensuring all compliance across the Group. Ensuring all legislation is met and properties are safe and compliant.
The role oversees field based building safety and compliance teams that are based nationally. The role can be worked on a hybrid/remote basis with alignment to a local office including travel as required.

BENEFITS
Not only does this role offer a competitive salary, and car allowance, but it also offers a range of other benefits, including: a pension scheme, health and well-being plans, discounted products and services, counselling, family-friendly arrangements, tax efficient benefits and generous annual leave.

RESPONSIBILITIES
As Head of Building Safety and Compliance Manager you will:-

•Manage the Building Safety Team and ensure compliance with the Building Safety Act
•Manage the compliance for all properties to include high rise buildings ensuring the adherence to the Building Safety Act
•Managing a team of c 10 people within the Compliance team
•Deliver the strategic plan across the Group through managing and developing your teams, building relationships, and working with key stakeholders
•Take the lead on developing, delivery and maintenance of the national framework of compliance
•Keep up to date and informed with emerging legislation and technologies to manage risks
•Ensure a zero-tolerance policy to non-conformance is maintained
•Be responsible for reporting and analysis providing assurance to the Executive team and the Board

REQUIREMENTS

As Head of Building Safety and Compliance Manager you will have:-

•Significant experience working for a Housing Association or Local authority in a senior leadership role
•Strong strategic leadership experience with substantial experience of managing geographically dispersed teams
•Strong communication skills with proven experience of senior stakeholder liaison and relationship building including report writing and analysis for the Board and Executive
•Qualifications to include CIOB Level 6, RICS, NEBOSH, and experience with high-rise buildings would be highly desirable
•Previous experience in a similar role with knowledge of the Building Safety Act with strong technical knowledge
•Previous experience of Contractor management
•Full driving licence with the flexibility to travel nationally to meetings and offices as required

If you are interested in the Head of Building Safety and Compliance Manager apply with you CV today! Our team will review your application to see if it’s a match and get in touch to learn more about you. If you aren't contacted within 7 days, please assume your application was not selected.

Why wait? Don’t miss out. Apply today!

Your new company
Hays is pleased to be working exclusively with one of Northern Ireland's leading manufacturing companies to recruit a Training and Quality Coordinator to join their team on a fixed-term contract. This is a fantastic role for someone from a technical background (FMCG) who wants to support the work force with training, development, employee upskilling and ensuing quality metrics.

Your new role
Training Delivery:

• Conduct classroom training, hands-on sessions, and coaching on the shop floor
• Develop and deliver induction programs for new staff at all levels
• Source and coordinate external training activities
• Maintain site training matrices to ensure all training is up-to-date
• Evaluate the effectiveness of training and development activities

Quality Management:

• Implement and manage Quality Management Systems through effective training of the workforce
• Ensure compliance with HACCP standards
• Prepare for and participate in audits (BRC)
• Continuous Improvement:
• Be an integral part of the improvements program, contributing to ongoing enhancements in processes and systems

IT Competence:

• Utilise IT skills, especially in Excel and e-learning management systems, to support training and quality management activities

General Duties:

• Perform any other reasonable work instructions as requested by technical or other site departments
  
  
  

What you'll need to succeed

• A degree in a related discipline, such as Food Science, Quality Systems, Microbiology
• An awareness of Quality Management Systems and HACCP
• Familiarity with BRC and major retailer audits would be desirable
• Proficiency in IT, particularly Excel and e-learning management systems
• Previous experience in a similar role where you have had to coordinate and deliver training on technical/specialist topics
• Excellent organisation and time management skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  
  
  
  

What you'll get in return


What you need to do now


If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

QUALITY MANAGER (maternity leave position)
Contemporary Catering has been providing specialist food, hospitality and support services to residents and customers, predominantly in the Aged Care sector throughout Australia, since . Our team works hard to provide nutritional food and great service to our customers. Our aim is to blend our team with the facility team, building long term relationships to provide a stable and responsive food service to enhance the outcome for our customers.
About the Position

12-month position (Maternity leave cover) commencing in January
Full time hours, based at our Bayswater support office (occasional travel to sites required)
Work in conjunction with our teams to improve systems and operations
Develop policies and procedures
Report writing and communicating outcomes
Provide assistance and follow through with effective problem solving and corrective actions
Oversee the internal audit team
The ideal

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• Proficiency in Java for automation scripting.

• Hands-on experience with Cypress, Playwright, and Selenium for automation testing.

• Strong understanding of API testing and tools like Postman, REST Assured, or similar.

• Familiarity with performance testing tools like JMeter, LoadRunner, or similar.

• Solid understanding of QA methodologies, test planning, and defect management.

• Experience in testing web applications on multiple browsers and devices.

• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and integration with testing frameworks.

• Familiarity with version control systems like Git.

• Proficiency in Java for automation scripting.

• Hands-on experience with Cypress, Playwright, and Selenium for automation testing.

• Strong understanding of API testing and tools like Postman, REST Assured, or similar.

• Familiarity with performance testing tools like JMeter, LoadRunner, or similar.

• Solid understanding of QA methodologies, test planning, and defect management.

• Experience in testing web applications on multiple browsers and devices.

• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and integration with testing frameworks.

• Familiarity with version control systems like Git.

Pestfree Pest Control Ltd is looking for a motivated individual to join our small, reputable company and provide professional pest control services to homes and businesses in Scunthorpe and the surrounding area.

Experience in the industry is preferred but not essential as full training will be provided to the right candidate. There will also be annual training courses and a continual professional development scheme (CPD).

You should be able to work independently while also being able to maintain good customer relations. You should be able to follow all health and safety guidelines.

The successful candidate for this role will require the minimum:

Live in the North Lincolnshire area
Full UK driving licence (no more than 6 points)
Strong communication & customer service skills
Comfortable with working on their own
The ability the plan and prioritise jobs
A good problem solver
Comfortable with safe working at heights (Ladders, scaffolding and MEWPS etc)
Well-presented, honest and polite
The ability to complete digital and written inspection/treatment reports

Benefits will include:

Competitive rates of pay and bonuses
Industry training/qualifications with a continued professional development scheme(CPD)
Company work van (work hours)
Company work phone
Flexible working hours (a good work/life balance)
A varied and interesting career with great job satisfaction!

Pestfree Pest Control Ltd is looking for a motivated individual to join our small, reputable company and provide professional pest control services to homes and businesses in Scunthorpe and the surrounding area.

Experience in the industry is preferred but not essential as full training will be provided to the right candidate. There will also be annual training courses and a continual professional development scheme (CPD).

You should be able to work independently while also being able to maintain good customer relations. You should be able to follow all health and safety guidelines.

The successful candidate for this role will require the minimum:

Live in the North Lincolnshire area
Full UK driving licence (no more than 6 points)
Strong communication & customer service skills
Comfortable with working on their own
The ability the plan and prioritise jobs
A good problem solver
Comfortable with safe working at heights (Ladders, scaffolding and MEWPS etc)
Well-presented, honest and polite
The ability to complete digital and written inspection/treatment reports

Benefits will include:

Competitive rates of pay and bonuses
Industry training/qualifications with a continued professional development scheme(CPD)
Company work van (work hours)
Company work phone
Flexible working hours (a good work/life balance)
A varied and interesting career with great job satisfaction!

Pestfree Pest Control Ltd is looking for a motivated individual to join our small, reputable company and provide professional pest control services to homes and businesses in Scunthorpe and the surrounding area.

Experience in the industry is preferred but not essential as full training will be provided to the right candidate. There will also be annual training courses and a continual professional development scheme (CPD).

You should be able to work independently while also being able to maintain good customer relations. You should be able to follow all health and safety guidelines.

The successful candidate for this role will require the minimum:

Live in the North Lincolnshire area
Full UK driving licence (no more than 6 points)
Strong communication & customer service skills
Comfortable with working on their own
The ability the plan and prioritise jobs
A good problem solver
Comfortable with safe working at heights (Ladders, scaffolding and MEWPS etc)
Well-presented, honest and polite
The ability to complete digital and written inspection/treatment reports

Benefits will include:

Competitive rates of pay and bonuses
Industry training/qualifications with a continued professional development scheme(CPD)
Company work van (work hours)
Company work phone
Flexible working hours (a good work/life balance)
A varied and interesting career with great job satisfaction!

Pestfree Pest Control Ltd is looking for a motivated individual to join our small, reputable company and provide professional pest control services to homes and businesses in Scunthorpe and the surrounding area.

Experience in the industry is preferred but not essential as full training will be provided to the right candidate. There will also be annual training courses and a continual professional development scheme (CPD).

You should be able to work independently while also being able to maintain good customer relations. You should be able to follow all health and safety guidelines.

The successful candidate for this role will require the minimum:

Live in the North Lincolnshire area
Full UK driving licence (no more than 6 points)
Strong communication & customer service skills
Comfortable with working on their own
The ability the plan and prioritise jobs
A good problem solver
Comfortable with safe working at heights (Ladders, scaffolding and MEWPS etc)
Well-presented, honest and polite
The ability to complete digital and written inspection/treatment reports

Benefits will include:

Competitive rates of pay and bonuses
Industry training/qualifications with a continued professional development scheme(CPD)
Company work van (work hours)
Company work phone
Flexible working hours (a good work/life balance)
A varied and interesting career with great job satisfaction!