QA Manager (Nights)

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Clitheroe; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary sacrifice schemes

33 days annual leave

Retail discounts

Free product handouts

EV charging points

GroceryAid access

Wellbeing resources

Training & development

Job summary

The Compleat Food Group is seeking a QA Manager (Nights) for its Clitheroe site to champion food safety, quality and compliance across the night shift. You will lead a high-performing QA team, influence factory standards and ensure every product leaves the site meeting the highest standards.

You’ll be a visible leader on the factory floor, working with Production, Engineering, Hygiene and Supply Chain to drive continuous improvement, develop people and deliver outstanding quality on all

Qualifications

• Level 3 HACCP Principles
• Previous experience in a food manufacturing/high-care environment
• Strong knowledge of BRCGS Food Safety Standards and UK retailer requirements
• Experience with allergen management, environmental monitoring and quality systems
• Experience leading or supervising Quality teams
• Excellent understanding of food safety, quality systems and GMP
• Knowledge of microbiology and weight control
• Strong coaching and leadership skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder influencing abilities
• High attention to detail and organisational skills

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and develop the QA team to deliver outstanding performance
• Set objectives, conduct performance reviews and identify development opportunities
• Build a positive food safety and quality culture across all departments
• Support recruitment, onboarding and succession planning
• Recognise great performance while managing performance improvement where needed
• Ensure compliance with HACCP, GMP, BRCGS Food Safety Standard and retailer requirements
• Maintain and continually improve the site's Quality Management System
• Manage allergen controls, traceability, environmental monitoring and product release
• Review and approve corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs)
• Ensure quality documentation and audit readiness
• Escalate any food safety or legal compliance risks promptly
• Lead shift preparations for audits and external inspections
• Coordinate corrective actions following audits
• Monitor pest control actions and environmental monitoring programmes
• Oversee product assessment and release
• Investigate customer complaints and non-conformances
• Drive root cause analysis and preventative actions
• Monitor quality trends and ensure compliance with specs
• Support new product launches and share best practice across shifts
• Analyze quality data and KPIs to identify improvements
• Reduce waste, defects and complaints
• Drive process improvements across manufacturing
• Promote continuous improvement and operational excellence
• Deliver effective shift handovers and technical communication
• Support production teams through coaching and training
• Promote hygiene, GMP and food safety standards

Skills

HACCP Principles

Food manufacturing experience

BRCGS knowledge

Allergen management

Quality systems knowledge

Leadership & coaching

Communication skills

Analytical & problem-solving

Attention to detail

Job description

We're looking for a QA Manager to champion food safety, quality, and compliance across the night shift at our Clitheroe site. This

is a fantastic opportunity to lead a high-performing QA team, influence factory standards, and play a key role in delivering

products our customers can trust.

You'll be a visible leader on the factory floor, working alongside Production, Engineering, Hygiene and Supply Chain teams to

drive continuous improvement and ensure every product leaves site meeting the highest standards.

If you're passionate about developing people, solving problems and making a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Job Title: QA Manager (Nights) - Chilled Food Manufacturing

Location:The Compleat Food Group, Lincoln Way, Clitheroe, Lancashire, BB7 1QD

Working Hours: Sunday to Thursday, between the hours of 21:30 - 06:30

Pay: Between £45 000 and £50 000per annum

About The Compleat Food Group

At The Compleat Food Group, we’re proud to be a food business built on purpose and passion. Formed in 2021, we’re on a mission to

createFood to Feel Good - great quality, tasty and affordable food that people love to eat.

We’re home to some of the UK’s most exciting and loved food brands, includingWall’s Pastry, Pork Farms, Wrights, The Real

Yorkshire Pudding Co., unearthed, Vadasz, Squeaky Bean, Palace Culture, andHarvey & Brockless. Alongside our branded portfolio,

we’re a leading supplier of delicious own-label pastry, sweet bakery, party food, olives and antipasti, added-value egg products,

continental meats, dips and sauces and plant-based food to the UK’s major retailers, as well as across foodservice.

Withover 6,000 talented colleagues across 18 sites, and an annual turnover of £1.3bn, we’re united by a shared ambition to shape

the future of food for the better.

What You'll Be Doing

As our QA Manager, you'll lead the Quality Assurance function, ensuring products are manufactured safely, legally and to the

highest quality standards.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Lead, coach and develop the QA team to deliver outstanding performance
• Set objectives, conduct performance reviews and identify development opportunities
• Build a positive food safety and quality culture across all departments
• Support recruitment, onboarding and succession planning
• Recognise great performance while confidently managing performance improvement where needed
• Ensure compliance with HACCP, GMP, BRCGS Food Safety Standard and retailer requirements
• Maintain and continually improve the site's Quality Management System
• Manage allergen controls, traceability, environmental monitoring and product release
• Review and approve corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs)
• Ensure quality documentation and records remain accurate and audit ready
• Escalate any food safety or legal compliance risks promptly
• Lead shift preparations for customer, regulatory and third-party audits
• Support customer visits and external inspections
• Coordinate corrective actions following audits
• Manage pest control actions and environmental monitoring programmes
• Monitor microbiological results and respond appropriately to non-conformances
• Oversee product assessment and release
• Investigate customer complaints, product holds and food safety incidents
• Drive robust root cause analysis and preventative actions
• Monitor quality trends and ensure products consistently meet customer and legal specifications
• Support new product launches and share best practice across shifts
• Analyse quality data and KPIs to identify improvement opportunities
• Reduce waste, defects, complaints and non-conformances
• Drive process improvements across the manufacturing operation
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence
• Deliver effective shift handovers and technical communication
• Support production teams through coaching and training
• Promote excellent hygiene, GMP and food safety standards throughout the factory

What We're Looking For

• Level 3 HACCP Principles
• Previous experience within a food manufacturing or high-care environment
• Strong knowledge of BRCGS Food Safety Standards and UK retailer requirements
• Experience with allergen management, environmental monitoring and quality systems
• Experience leading or supervising Quality teams
• Excellent understanding of food safety, quality systems and GMP
• Knowledge of microbiology, allergen management and weight control
• Strong coaching and leadership skills
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels
• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability
• High attention to detail and excellent organisational skills

Why Join Us?

At The Compleat Food Group, we believe our people are the heart of our success. That’s why we offer a wide range of benefits

designed to support your lifestyle, wellbeing, and career growth:

• Salary Sacrifice Schemes - including Electric Vehicles, Home & Tech, Cycle to Work, and SMART Pension
• 33 days’ annual leave (including bank holidays) with the option to purchase extra
• Access to enhanced retail discounts online and in-store
• Free product handouts across our sites, so you can sample and enjoy our delicious products first hand
• EV charging points - available at selected sites
• 24/8 access to GroceryAid for free financial, emotional, and practical support
• Physical Wellbeing Hub - free on-demand exercise classes, gym discounts
• Free diet & nutrition advice with access to thousands of healthy recipes
• Online wellbeing support - from mindfulness to lifestyle resources
• Financial wellbeing tools - including mortgage calculators, budgeting tools, and financial aid
• Access to a personalised online learning platform (LMS)
• Formal and informal training opportunities tailored to your role
• Performance Development Plans and regular Career Conversations
• Company Mentoring Scheme to add depth and really support your career journey
• Recognition through Club Compleat rewards

Community & Culture

• 2 paid volunteering days per year to give back to causes that matter to you
• Charity initiatives and fundraising events
• Team socials to connect and celebrate together
• Employee networks & support groups - including Women @ Compleat
• New baby gift for new parents

The Compleat Food Group fosters an inclusive, respectful culture where everyone feels safe, supported, and valued. We welcome

diverse talent, knowing it drives exceptional results and a better workplace.

We are committed to Fairness, Equity, Inclusivity, and Respect, we ensure all colleagues can thrive by bringing their whole selves

to work. As an equal opportunity’s employer, we provide all the support you need to succeed.

Contact us with any questions about Diversity & Inclusion or accessibility during the application process.