Quality Assurance Manager

TieTalent; Falkirk; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading bakery company seeks a Quality Assurance Manager in Falkirk to implement quality management systems and ensure compliance with food safety standards. The ideal candidate will drive continuous improvement, manage audits, and support new product development. Necessary qualifications include HACCP and Food Hygiene certifications, along with experience in the FMCG sector.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role within FMCG.
• HACCP and Food Hygiene certifications are mandatory.
• Experience in managing compliance and quality systems.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain the Quality Management System and internal audit processes.
• Drive compliance with food safety and product quality standards.
• Support New Product Development and maintain communication with stakeholders.

Skills

Familiarity with Food Safety Standards

Internal Audits

Root Cause Analysis

Allergen Awareness

Education

Level 3 HACCP certification

Level 4 Food Hygiene certification

Job description

About

We are looking for a Quality Assurance Manager to join an industry-leading bakery specializing in a variety of delicious treats and cakes.

You will be responsible for implementing the Quality Management System, site policies, and procedures. Your role will involve driving compliance with site standards and fostering continuous improvement in food safety, product quality, legality, and food safety culture.

Key Accountabilities as Quality Assurance Manager

• Implement policies and procedures as defined by the business and Retailer Codes of Practice/Quality Manuals
• Monitor and maintain the Quality Manual through supporting a robust internal audit system and conducting audits
• Act as a key stakeholder in the New Product Development (NPD) process, ensuring accurate and timely information is available to manufacturing for all product launches
• Support key site/business systems and take ownership where applicable
• Implement and monitor site compliance with testing regimes as defined by the Quality Manual, including actions on trending data
• Manage and develop the site Technical Team on a day-to-day basis
• Analyze and trend relevant data for improved compliance, food safety, and product quality, including taste panels, customer complaints, supplier issues, internal incidents, holds, and derogations. Provide data for KPIs as required
• Ensure compliance with specifications, driving continuous improvement through root cause analysis and troubleshooting activities (CAPA)
• Facilitate cross-functional communication with operations, engineering, and NPD teams to ensure timely and accurate information sharing
• Participate in internal and external audits as required
• Support the Hygiene team through auditing and promote compliance with cleaning schedules
• Be an active HACCP team member

Qualifications and Experience

• Previous experience in a similar role within FMCG
• Level 3 HACCP certification
• Level 4 Food Hygiene certification
• Experience with internal audits
• Allergen awareness

To apply for this role as a Quality Assurance Manager, please click 'apply online' and upload an updated copy of your CV.

Location

• Falkirk, Scotland, United Kingdom