Operational Quality Lead

Company DescriptionSince 1996, FIJI Water has embodied what it means to be Earth's Finest Water®. Sourced from a natural aquifer hundreds of miles below the Earth’s surface, and bottled in Viti Levu, FIJI Water is known worldwide for its iconic square bottle, unique mineral profile, and soft smooth taste.FIJI Water is one of the country’s leading employers–it is innovative and safe and creates long-term personal and professional opportunities for its employees. Being part of FIJI Water is to be in a larger family of businesses and brands across the globe as a division of The Wonderful Company, and one that is helping to make the world a better place with its high-quality, healthy brands, and a mission to ensure the communities where its employees live and work thrive. That commitment extends to the FIJI Water Foundation—one of the largest philanthropic organizations in Fiji—which focuses its efforts and investments on education, clean water access, environmental sustainability, health and wellness, emergency relief, and community development.Job DescriptionSupervise, mentor and develop a team of 8 QA Technicians across multiple shiftsSchedule and allocate QA Resources to ensure 24/7 quality coverageConduct regular team meetings, performance reviews and training sessionsOversee in-process and finished product inspections, sampling and testingEnsure adherence to GMP, SQF, HACCP, ISO and other relevant standardsInvestigate and resolve quality deviations, non-conformances and customer complaintsMaintain accurate and up-to-date QA records, logs and reportsQualificationsMinimumBachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Microbiology or Food ScienceGFSI trainedFamiliarity with manufacturing processes. Be computer literate - Word and Excel. People management / leadership skillsExcellent verbal and written communication skills PreferredKnowledge of lean problem solving toolsInternal Auditor QualificationAdditional InformationIf you are keen to develop your career in an exciting business with a well-regarded brand, then this could be for you.Successful applicants must have an excellent work ethic, be self-motivated with proven problem-solving capabilities, able to meet the fast-paced nature of business demands with a “can-do” attitude, committed to delivering outputs in a timely manner, a team player, reliable, and work with minimal supervision; supports organisational philanthropic, corporate, and environmental initiatives, and models Company’s core values: Adapt and Grow, Do What’s Right, Nourish and Develop, Play to Win, and Work Together.Please submit your applications through the link provided.FIJI Water thanks all potential applicants and advises that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. NWVL is an Equal Opportunity Employer that provides opportunities for advancement. We are committed to creating a diverse workforce that embodies a deep culture of acceptance, equity, and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, age, or other protected categories outlined by local legislation.FIJI® Water is a natural artesian water bottled at the source in Viti Levu (Fiji Islands). With its iconic square bottle, soft mouthfeel, and with more than double the electrolytes compared to the other two top premium bottled water brands, FIJI Water is the No. 1 premium imported bottled water in the United States. FIJI Water has a perfectly balanced 7.7pH. FIJI Water is available in a variety of sizes, including 330mL, 500mL, 700mL, 700mL Sports Cap, 1L, and 1.5L.As part of its longstanding commitment to sustainability, nearly 70% of FIJI Water’s global bottle volume is in 100% recycled plastic (rPET) including its best-selling 500mL and 330mL bottles. Since 2007, the FIJI Water Foundation has been committed to supporting environmental conservation and strengthening local communities, investing more than FJD $47 million in community development, access to safe water, education, health & wellness, and environmental sustainability.To discover Earth’s Finest Water®, please visit www.fijiwater.com, like us on Facebook, or follow us on Instagram.EEO is the law - click here for more information