Lead Quality Manager

iO Associates; Wednesbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading FMCG manufacturer is searching for a passionate Lead Quality Manager to oversee food safety and compliance. In this dynamic environment in Wednesbury, you'll lead a team, manage audits, and ensure adherence to customer and legal standards, with a strong focus on continuous improvement and seamless product launches.

Qualifications

• HND or higher in a food-related subject.
• Level 4 Food Safety & HACCP required.
• Experience with BRCGS and major UK retailers.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of Quality Managers.
• Ensure food safety and legal compliance.
• Manage internal audits and product specifications.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Food Safety

Compliance

Root Cause Analysis

Education

HND or higher in food-related subject

Level 4 Food Safety & HACCP

Internal auditing qualification

Job description

Lead Quality Manager - FMCGLocation:Wednesbury

iO Associates is seeking for Lead Quality Manager who is passionate about food safety, compliance, and leading high-performing team to head up the technical function at a fast-paced FMCG manufacturing site producing short shelf-life products.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and develop a team of Quality Managers.
• Ensure food safety, legal compliance & customer standards.
• Own site audit readiness (BRCGS, Red Tractor, major retailers).
• Manage internal audits, non-conformances & root cause analysis.
• Oversee product specs, packaging, and technical complaints.
• Bridge NPD and production for seamless product launches.

Required:

• HND (or higher) in a food-related subject.
• Level 4 Food Safety & HACCP.
• Internal auditing qualification.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Experience with major UK retailers & BRCGS standards.

Take your quality career to the next level in one of the UK's most dynamic FMCG environments.Don't miss this opportunity to make a real impact - apply now!