Lead Quality Manager

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

Job summary

A leading FMCG manufacturer is seeking a Lead Quality Manager to spearhead technical functions at their Wednesbury site. This role focuses on food safety, compliance, and team leadership, ensuring the highest quality standards are maintained while collaborating closely with NPD and production teams. With a dynamic environment and the opportunity for significant impact, this position is ideal for those looking to advance their quality management careers.

Qualifications

• Must have HND (or higher) in a food-related subject.
• Level 4 Food Safety & HACCP certification required.
• Internal auditing qualification is essential.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Food Safety

Quality Management

Education

HND in food-related subject

Level 4 Food Safety

HACCP Certification

Internal auditing qualification

Job description

Job Description

Lead Quality Manager - FMCG
Location: 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!