Quality Assurance Manager- Fish Industry

ZipRecruiter; Hessle; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company within the seafood industry is seeking an experienced QA Specialist to enhance quality standards across their global supply chain. This role requires hands-on monitoring and assessment of pelagic fish products, ensuring compliance with high standards while engaging closely with stakeholders globally. The position offers international travel opportunities and a collaborative work environment with a focus on continuous improvement and strategic growth.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Company incentive scheme

Complimentary breakfasts and hot lunches

Growth opportunities in a forward-thinking business

Qualifications

• Experience in a quality-focused role within the seafood industry.
• Ability to influence and improve existing quality systems.
• Proactive and detail-orientated professional.

Responsibilities

• Monitor quality control procedures across the supply chain.
• Conduct quality assessments of pelagic fish.
• Support strategic development within the Quality Department.

Skills

Knowledge of pelagic fish types

Quality assurance

Strategic mindset

Strong communication skills

Job description

Job Description

Manpower are delighted to be recruiting for an experienced, driven and knowledgeable QA Specialist to join a dynamic and forward-thinking team to ensure world-class standards across their global supply chain.

*Applicants that posses fish-industry experience need apply. Similar roles in different industry's will not be progressed*

- Location: Humberside/ North Lincolnshire (with international travel as required)
- Full-Time | Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:30pm (Flexibility required to meet business needs)

About the Role
As a Quality Assurance Specialist, you'll play a pivotal role in maintaining and enhancing the quality of, mainly, pelagic fish products-from dock to distribution. Working across international supply routes, you'll ensure products consistently meet high standards, exceed customer expectations, and reduce post-sale escalations.
You will:

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  Monitor and refine quality control procedures across the global transport and delivery chain.

  
  




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  Conduct quality assessments of pelagic fish such as Ling, Mackerel, and Pollock; However, other types such as Tuna, Herring and Sardines will also be included.

  
  




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  Evaluate and condition-score fish based on photographic evidence, both pre- and post-transportation.

  
  




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  Support strategic development within the Quality Department to streamline processes and drive continuous improvement.

  
  




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  Provide hands-on support during claims or issues, including out-of-hours and on-call availability when needed.

  
  

Who We're Looking For
We seek a proactive, detail-orientated and experienced QA professional with:

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  First-hand knowledge of pelagic fish types and experience in a quality-focused role within the seafood industry.

  
  




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  A strategic mindset with the ability to influence and improve existing systems.

  
  




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  Strong communication skills and a diplomatic approach when working with global stakeholders. You'll be working very closely with a small team, directly with MD and clients on a global-scale.

  
  




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  The flexibility to travel internationally and work outside of regular hours when business-critical situations arise. (Valid passport required)

  
  

Benefits
Joining a close knit, family-run business, you'll enjoy:

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  25 days annual leave + bank holidays

  
  




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  Company incentive scheme- based on business performance and reviewed annually.

  
  




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  Complimentary breakfasts on Mondays and Wednesdays, and hot lunch every Friday

  
  




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  Opportunities to grow and contribute to a forward-thinking business with global impact

  
  

If you have first-hand experience in a similar role, are ready to progress and looking for a career with clear progression routes, please apply online or contact the Manpower Grimsby Office on 01472 361616.