Quality Assurance Manager (FOOD)

ZipRecruiter; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An entrepreneurial food business is seeking a skilled QA Manager to ensure the highest quality standards for their innovative products. In this dynamic role, you will lead a capable team, manage quality assurance systems, and work closely with operations to resolve food safety risks effectively. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in chilled manufacturing, a solid understanding of HACCP and BRC standards, and excellent interpersonal skills. Join this forward-thinking company and contribute to their commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Experience in chilled manufacturing environments with a focus on quality assurance.
• Proven track record of implementing HACCP and BRC standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee factory technical functions and maintain quality standards.
• Manage complaint investigations and audit procedures.

Skills

HACCP

BRC Standards

Quality Assurance

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Degree in Food Science or related field

Job description

Job Description

The Company

An entrepreneurial food business, respected for its fresh, innovative products, is continuously expanding its dynamic team. They are now looking for a QA Manager to help drive the delivery of the highest quality products for their discerning customers.

The Role

Reporting to the Group Technical Manager, you’ll work as part of a small but highly capable team to ensure all products are produced to the highest standards of quality, safety, and legality. This includes overseeing the factory technical function and supporting the implementation and maintenance of Technical and Quality Standards across the site. You’ll collaborate closely with Operations to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the factory, resolving non-conformances and food safety risks efficiently and with integrity. You’ll manage complaint investigations and audit procedures, liaise with key customer contacts, and work with them to analyze, resolve, and prevent technical issues.

Additionally, you’ll lead your team of QAs and QCs to promote a “right first time” culture across the factory through effective management of robust QA systems in line with the latest quality legislation, providing training and development opportunities.

The Person

The ideal candidate is an exceptional Quality Assurance Manager with comprehensive experience in a complex chilled manufacturing environment. Experience managing and implementing HACCP and BRC standards, with a proven track record of achieving excellence, is essential. You should be ambitious, driven, and possess excellent technical knowledge and a strong understanding of quality assurance requirements.

To succeed, you must have excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate and influence at all levels. You should thrive in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment, with the agility to manage change, identify new opportunities, and grow with the business.

If you’re looking to apply your technical expertise within a growing business, we’d like to hear from you. Apply now or call 07700 137 110 to find out more.

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Due to the high volume of applications, it may take time to review each one thoroughly. We aim to respond within 5 working days. If you do not hear from us within this period, your application was not successful. We are committed to providing necessary accommodations throughout the application and interview process.

We can only accept applications from candidates eligible to work in the UK and holding valid work visas.

At Blue Spark Organisation, we believe in authenticity, individuality, and diversity. We are dedicated to ensuring all candidates have equal opportunities and are treated with respect and appreciation, allowing everyone to bring their genuine selves to the workplace, regardless of background, appearance, or beliefs.