Quality Assurance Team Leader

Job Title: Quality Assurance Team Leader

Location: Davao Plant 1, Mac Arthur Highway, Ulas, Talomo Dist., Davao City

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Reporting to: Quality & Systems Manager

At Coca-Cola Europacific Aboitiz Philippines, we are driven by our purpose to Refresh the Philippines and Make a Difference –continuously leading the beverage industry with our Great People, Great Beverages, Great Execution, and Great Partners. As we continue to grow and shape the future, we are seeking passionate and innovative talents to join our team and make a difference with us.

Our commitment to excellence has been recognized through numerous industry awards such as Great Place to Work, Best Workplaces in Asia, Dream Employer of the Year, and Universum's Employers Award – and we take pride in our achievements and the impact we have made in the beverage industry.

The Quality Assurance Leader leads the QA Team, in his/her assigned area, in ensuring the quality, food safety, and integrity of products and processes, and ensuring continuous improvement by driving sustainability in the manufacturing operations in accordance to the requirements and specifications set by the (a) Coca-Cola Europacific Aboitiz Philippines, (b) the Coca-Cola Operating Requirements, (c) applicable international standards, and (d) pertinent laws and regulations of the Philippines

Responsibilities Would Include:

• Conducts strategic planning for quality and food safety improvement on the area being handled

• Performs benchmarking and replication activities to identify improvement opportunities for overall quality and food safety performance.

• Conducts budget preparation and review based on strategic plans for the laboratory management 

• Analyse results of the performance indices and manage variables to attain quality goals and objectives.

• Ensure quality assurance and control programs and routines are effective and in place.

• Reviews the quality performance by checking Quality Assurance analyses results and trends

• Leads the QA Area Team Meeting for the team to discuss previous performance and provide direction setting

• Participates in and provides inputs during the QA Department Meeting to align plans and report performance

• Supports the maintenance of the certification status and compliance of the Manufacturing Facility to ISO 9001 and FSSC 22000

• Participates in QRA and FSRA review according to the requirement of the management system

• Participates in and conducts Plant audits

• Ensures that documentation and records keeping are effectively done

• Ensures compliance of the whole team with all management system policies

• Conducts interviews and selects, the most suitable candidate for vacant positions in his team.

• Provides regular coaching and mentoring to assigned associates to ensure that expectations from the role are constantly met.

• Conducts regular performance reviews to manage team performance and to set a clear career plan of his/her direct reports. 

• Reviews and Approves the attendance of the team, including leaves, shifting and overtime, to ensure continuous operations and compliance with cost directions, budget and Company policies and procedures.

• Implements Company rules and regulations among his direct reports and performs consequence management or institute disciplinary measures in cases of violations.

• Spearheads People Development Forum/ Succession Planning for his team with the rest of the leadership team and ensures progress on the identified development areas for each of his subordinates.

• Works with the rest of the management team in laying-down and executing programs in his area of assignment. 

• Review contracts of service provider and provides People team opportunities areas.

• Responsible in promoting industrial peace and cultivating engaged labor unions; ensures they are aligned with company directions. 

• Actively participates in the Collective Bargaining Agreement negotiations. Leads closure of grievance cases and LMC issues and concerns. 

Position Requirements:

• Preferably a graduate of any Science or Engineering course

• Preferably with minimum of 2 year experience in Manufacturing

• Excellent root cause analysis and problem-solving skills

• Excellent leadership and collaboration skills for both internal and external stakeholders. 

• Knowledgeable with Microsoft Office applications

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Thrive with us at Coca-Cola Europacific Aboitiz Philippines and be part of a company that is shaping the future of the beverage industry. Together, we can create great moments and make a positive impact on the lives of millions. Apply today and let's refresh the world together