QA & Food Safety Lead (FMCG)

pladis Global; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A multinational food company in Manchester is seeking a Quality Assurance Advisor to support their Stockport factory. In this role, you will implement quality assurance and food safety policies, oversee audits, and provide training to ensure compliance with industry standards. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in food safety, HACCP management, and excellent communication skills. Competitive benefits and an emphasis on career development are offered.

Benefits

Annual Incentive Plan

Private medical Insurance

Stakeholder Pension Scheme

Life Assurance Cover

Holiday Enhancement Scheme

Volunteering Day

Cycle to work scheme

Discount and Cashback Scheme

Access to Employee Assistance Programme

Financial Wellbeing Support

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong experience in quality roles, including HACCP management within FMCG environments.
• Confident with IT systems and tools for quality and compliance processes.
• Ability to influence and lead stakeholders to drive quality and food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Implement QA and Food Safety policies across the site.
• Oversee internal audits and ensure compliance with legal and retailer standards.
• Train staff on QA and Food Safety matters.
• Deliver training on QA and Food Safety standards.

Skills

Food Safety

HACCP

Quality Assurance

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Food or Science-based HND

Degree in food safety / food science

Tools

IT Systems

Job description

A multinational food company in Manchester is seeking a Quality Assurance Advisor to support their Stockport factory. In this role, you will implement quality assurance and food safety policies, oversee audits, and provide training to ensure compliance with industry standards. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in food safety, HACCP management, and excellent communication skills. Competitive benefits and an emphasis on career development are offered.