Onsite FS & Qlty Ops Team Lead

Overview The successful candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the analytical laboratory, ensuring full compliance with ISO 17024 standards. They will oversee the timely processing of samples, minimising disruption to the production floor and maintaining efficient workflow In addition, the role includes ensuring that all laboratory activities adhere to health and safety (H&S) regulations, promoting a safe and compliant working environment at all times. This is a temporary basis opportunity for up to 12 months. Responsibilities Manage and Mentor the Raw Material Analysts. Deliver accurate and precise analytical results. Ensure the accurate and timely analysis and disposition of products in accordance with PepsiCo standards and procedure Ensure the daily exceptions and innovations calls are being met and maintained. Coordinate Ireland Raw Materials testing according to agreed turnaround and key priority items to ensure Raw Materials availability. Responsible for troubleshooting raw material issues working with lab supervisor, operations, R&D, support center and supply chain to develop corrective and prevenative actions ensuring integrity of products. Ensuring compliance to LI Laboratory training procedure/PGCS training programme & all test methods, auditing, quality systems training Support the site quality metrics, contributing insight to documentation and plant NRFT, working with operations on key focus areas. Support internal audits and preparation for ISO17025, FSSC and AIBI audits. Ensure lab quality documents are revised and updated with relevant information. Qualifications Degree in Science and related discipline. Experience working with ingredients/materials/product. Good root cause analysis and troubleshooting experience. Experience in building excellent working relationships with cross functional teams. History of delivering on commitments and managing timelines. Ability to develop and streamline/improve processes. An understanding of GMP and other key manufacturing processes.