Food QA Leader - Factory Quality & Compliance

Humdinger; North Kesteven; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A snacks manufacturer in North Kesteven is seeking a Quality Assurance Manager to oversee quality management in their nut snacking factory. The role requires strong expertise in food safety systems and proven leadership abilities. Responsibilities include managing quality teams, ensuring compliance with standards, and driving continuous improvement practices. Ideal candidates should have Level 3 HACCP certifications and experience in food manufacturing, offering numerous employee benefits including a pension plan and healthcare cash plan.

Benefits

25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays

4% employer and 5% employee pension plan

Life assurance plan x4 basic salary

Healthcare cash plan with value over £400 each year

Qualifications

• Ensure compliance with BRC and major retailer standards.
• Support the Technical Manager with budgets and resource planning.
• Investigate and respond to customer complaints.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of quality management in the nut snacking factory.
• Manage and develop the Quality, Hygiene, and Technical staff.
• Drive a culture of best practice, innovation, and operational excellence.

Skills

Experience in a technical leadership role within food manufacturing

Strong knowledge of food safety systems and regulatory compliance

Collaborative leadership and excellent communication skills

Excellent working knowledge of Auditing & CI tools / techniques

Education

Level 3 HACCP and Food Safety qualifications

Job description

A snacks manufacturer in North Kesteven is seeking a Quality Assurance Manager to oversee quality management in their nut snacking factory. The role requires strong expertise in food safety systems and proven leadership abilities. Responsibilities include managing quality teams, ensuring compliance with standards, and driving continuous improvement practices. Ideal candidates should have Level 3 HACCP certifications and experience in food manufacturing, offering numerous employee benefits including a pension plan and healthcare cash plan.