Quality Manager

Reed Specialist Recruitment; Coventry; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a QA Manager in Coventry. The role involves ensuring compliance with Quality Assurance standards, managing a QA team, and leading audits. Candidates should have Level 3 Food Hygiene certification and experience in the food industry. A competitive salary and professional development opportunities are offered. This role requires physical presence in a dynamic work environment and some travel to customer sites.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Opportunities for professional development

Dynamic and supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Level 3 Food Hygiene, Basic Health & Safety, and HACCP level 3 certifications required.
• Significant experience with customer and third-party audits is essential.
• Strong experience in the food industry, particularly in QA or related roles.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of the QA function, coaching and mentoring the team.
• Coordinate customer complaints and enforce compliance with safety standards.
• Lead customer and third-party audits, presenting findings effectively.

Skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

A-Level education

Diploma in a Food-related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

Quality Management Systems

Job description

Overview

QA Manager
Location: Coventry
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £30,000 to £40,000

We are seeking a QA Manager to ensure our company adheres to Quality Assurance standards and meets all legal obligations related to food safety and legislation. This role is crucial for maintaining the quality and safety attributes of our products, ensuring customer satisfaction and compliance with third-party agencies.

Responsibilities

• Manage the daily operations of the site QA function, including the laboratory, coaching, and mentoring the QA team and operatives to ensure the Food Safety and Quality Plans are met.
• Coordinate and investigate customer complaints, ensuring timely and effective corrective and preventative actions.
• Enforce company policies and manage compliance with Health & Safety, Quality, Food Safety, and GMP standards.
• Liaise with Operations and Engineering for continuous process improvements and new equipment trials.
• Lead the Quality and Food Safety initiatives, aiming to reduce complaints, rejections, and product holds.
• Coordinate daily taste panels and follow up on actions for sub-standard products.
• Develop and manage training programs for the QA team to uphold world-class quality assurance standards.
• Lead customer and third-party audits, presenting findings and defending traceability challenges.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Food Hygiene, Basic Health & Safety, and HACCP level 3 certifications.
• A-Level education minimum; a Diploma or higher in a Food-related discipline is preferred.
• Audit qualifications and significant experience with customer and third-party audits.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and experience with Quality Management Systems.
• Strong experience in the food industry, particularly in QA or related roles.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to prioritize under pressure.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Dynamic and supportive work environment.

Working Conditions

• Fast-paced, highly automated environment.
• Occasional travel to customer sites and suppliers.
• Physical presence on the shop floor with exposure to varying environmental conditions.

To apply for this QA Manager position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.