QA Manager

The Sterling Choice Ltd; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing food manufacturing business seeks a QA Manager to lead quality assurance at its Leicestershire site. This role involves managing a QA team, ensuring compliance with food safety standards, and improving quality culture. With the potential for future career growth, this position offers an attractive salary, generous benefits, and opportunities in a modern work environment.

Benefits

Generous Holiday Allowance

Private Health Care

Opportunities for growth

Freebies

Qualifications

• At least 3 years' experience in food manufacturing QA.
• Strong understanding of BRCGS and major retailer standards.
• Proficient in Excel and data handling.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain site QMS and audit readiness.
• Lead investigations into non-conformances and customer complaints.
• Drive continuous improvement in quality and food safety culture.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Decision Making

Auditing

Risk Assessment

Documentation Control

Education

HACCP Level 4

Food Hygiene Level 3

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

QA Manager

12 Month Contract

*No sponsorship available and PSW candidates cannot be considered- sorry*

A fast-growing food manufacturing business is looking for an experienced Quality Manager to lead and drive quality assurance at one of its production sites in Leicestershire. With substantial investment and a strong reputation for high-quality products, this is a great opportunity to influence systems, culture, and standards in a modern, forward-thinking environment.

You will be responsible for ensuring that all products meet food safety, quality, and compliance standards. You will lead a small but mighty QA team, manage internal and external audits, and play a key role in supporting operational teams, NPD, and technical processes.

It's the food industry so your days will vary but typically see you responsible for:

• Developing, maintaining, and improve site QMS and audit readiness
• Act as a HACCP lead and subject matter expert for CCPs
• Conduct GMP, allergen, traceability, and compliance audits
• Lead investigations into non-conformances and customer complaints
• Support product development teams during trials and launches
• Monitor legal compliance including weights and measures
• Manage and develop QA team performance and training
• Drive continuous improvement in quality and food safety culture

As a starting point you'll have majority of the below:

• HACCP Level 4 & Food Hygiene Level 3 (minimum)
• At least 3 years' experience in food manufacturing QA
• Strong understanding of BRCGS and major retailer standards
• Skilled in auditing, risk assessment, and documentation control
• Proficient in Excel, Word, and data handling
• Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making abilities

For you there is so much more available than just the salary.. The Technical Manager is outstanding and there is a good chance the role will be extend to a permanent opportunity for the right person.

• Salary up to £50,000 depending on experience
• Generous Holiday Allowance
• Private Health Care
• Opportunity to grow in a business investing heavily in quality, people, and innovation
• Plenty of freebies!