Quality & Food Safety Lead - 4‑Day FMCG Team

Vickerstock; Newtownards; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading FMCG recruitment firm seeks a Food Safety & Quality (FSQ) Team Leader in Newtownards. The successful candidate will lead the QA team to ensure compliance with food safety legislation, maintain quality management systems, and uphold high product standards. Ideal candidates will possess a food science qualification and experience in food manufacturing audits. Benefits include a salary of £32-34k, a four-day work week, company pension, and on-site parking.

Benefits

Salary £32-34k DOE

4 day week – Monday-Thursday

Company events

Company Pension

Discounted or free food

On site parking

Qualifications

• Experience with BRC, ISO, and RSPO audits in food manufacturing.
• Accreditation to HACCP Level 2 or Food Safety Level 2 required.
• Ability to demonstrate proactive initiative and ownership.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the QA team for compliance with quality standards.
• Maintain a price-ready quality management system.
• Ensure safety and quality across operational aspects.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

IT proficiency

Analytical skills

Education

Third level qualification in food science or equivalent experience

Tools

MS Office

Sage 200

Job description

A leading FMCG recruitment firm seeks a Food Safety & Quality (FSQ) Team Leader in Newtownards. The successful candidate will lead the QA team to ensure compliance with food safety legislation, maintain quality management systems, and uphold high product standards. Ideal candidates will possess a food science qualification and experience in food manufacturing audits. Benefits include a salary of £32-34k, a four-day work week, company pension, and on-site parking.