Quality Assurance Manager

Focus Management Consultants; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the chilled food sector is seeking a senior quality management professional to lead and develop teams. The QA Manager will ensure compliance to food safety standards and drive the quality culture across the organization. Ideal candidates will possess a food science degree and strong communication skills, with the ability to manage challenges in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience in food manufacturing.
• Strong track record in developing teams.
• Experience in engaging with customers and accreditation regulators.

Responsibilities

• Drive the food safety and quality culture across all site stakeholders.
• Support and coach teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Communicate effectively across functions and manage tough decisions.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical Skills

Education

Degree in Food Science or similar

HACCP Level 3

Job description

This job is now CLOSED – for similar roles please check the Technical function.

A site-based senior food Quality Management position requiring drive and leadership in this fast-paced, complex chilled food business.

If you’re looking for career acceleration this chilled food business delivers, with numerous examples of promotion and progression. They supply all the major retailers with complex chilled, private label and branded products, giving you the opportunity to be customer-facing and build your knowledge and reputation.

So, what do they do to nurture talent? When you join, you’ll have a full induction into the business, followed up with your projected development plan with your manager and HR. Ongoing training both internally and externally means they’re investing in your future. Key to this will be your ability to measure yourself against quantitative results in the business.

We’re looking for a QA Manager with a strong track record of developing teams, an inspiring leader who will support and coach them. You’re focused on detail, hands-on in the factory when necessary, driving the food safety and quality culture across all site stakeholders. The ability to step back, assess problems and come up with decisive solutions are imperative in this pacey chilled food environment.

There is a huge amount of NPD activity here, therefore your ability to communicate effectively cross-functionally, know where the priorities lie, including making tough decisions on occasion are imperative.

A relevant degree in a food science subject or similar is ideal, HACCP Level 3 as a minimum, with at least three years’ food manufacturing experience. Above all, we’re looking for a confident, resilient leader, as happy talking to the customer as you are talking to third-party accreditation regulators.

Although essentially a Mon-Fri role, this role will require flexibility regarding working hours, occasionally involving shift or weekend work depending on business needs.

PLEASE NOTE: You must be eligible to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship.

For more information on this role contact Alison.

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Created on 25/06/2025 by TN United Kingdom