Food Safety & Quality Assurance Leader

Scantec Recruitment; Harlow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Quality Manager for a flagship FMCG Food Manufacturing site in Harlow. This role involves ensuring food safety, compliance with regulations, and leading continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of food safety standards, excellent communication skills, and previous experience in a quality role. A proactive mindset and HACCP Level 3 certification are essential. This full-time position offers the opportunity to influence quality practices across the supply chain.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of food safety, legality, and quality standards.
• Previous experience in a technical or quality role in food manufacturing.
• Proactive mindset and strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Ensure food safety and quality standards are adhered to.
• Lead and manage pest control strategies.
• Investigate customer complaints and conduct root cause analysis.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Communication skills

Problem-solving abilities

Leadership capabilities

SAP working knowledge

Education

HACCP Level 3 or higher

Food Safety and Hygiene certifications Level 3 or higher

Job description

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Quality Manager for a flagship FMCG Food Manufacturing site in Harlow. This role involves ensuring food safety, compliance with regulations, and leading continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of food safety standards, excellent communication skills, and previous experience in a quality role. A proactive mindset and HACCP Level 3 certification are essential. This full-time position offers the opportunity to influence quality practices across the supply chain.