Quality Manager

Hunter Savage; Craigavon; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading FMCG manufacturer in Tandragee is seeking an experienced Quality Manager to ensure the highest standards of product quality and food safety. This permanent position will lead the site’s Quality function, focusing on compliance, continuous improvement, and developing a high-performing Quality team. Candidates should have experience in Quality Management within food manufacturing, strong knowledge of HACCP and BRC standards, and excellent leadership skills. Competitive salary of circa £35,000 is offered, negotiable based on experience.

Benefits

Excellent career development

Supportive working environment

Focus on quality and innovation

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Quality Manager or Senior Quality role within FMCG or food manufacturing.
• Strong working knowledge of HACCP, BRC, and food safety legislation.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• Analytical and detail-oriented, with a hands-on approach to problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all aspects of the site’s Quality and Food Safety systems.
• Maintain compliance with BRC, customer, and internal audit standards.
• Drive continuous improvement within Quality systems and production processes.
• Develop and lead the site HACCP team and ensure policies are updated.
• Work closely with Operations and Technical teams to ensure products meet quality expectations.
• Conduct internal audits and lead external audit preparations.
• Train, mentor and support the Quality team to deliver against KPIs.

Skills

HACCP

BRC standards

Food safety legislation

Leadership

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Analytical thinking

Education

Third-level qualification in Food Science or related discipline

Job description

Job Title:

Quality Manager – Tandragee

Description:

We are hiring for our client, a leading FMCG manufacturer based in Tandragee, who are seeking to appoint an experienced Quality Manager on a permanent basis.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well‑established, locally renowned food production business with a strong reputation for excellence, innovation, and quality. The successful Quality Manager will lead the site’s Quality function, ensuring the highest standards of product quality, food safety, and compliance are consistently maintained across all operations.

Top 3 Things to Know About this Job:

1. Competitive salary – circa £35,000
2. Permanent position with one of Northern Ireland’s most recognised FMCG brands
3. Opportunity to lead a high‑performing Quality team and drive continuous improvement initiatives

The Role:

• Lead and manage all aspects of the site’s Quality and Food Safety systems
• Maintain compliance with BRC, customer, and internal audit standards
• Drive continuous improvement within Quality systems and production processes
• Develop and lead the site HACCP team and ensure policies are updated in line with best practice
• Work closely with Operations and Technical teams to ensure products meet quality expectations
• Conduct internal audits and lead external audit preparations
• Train, mentor and support the Quality team to deliver against KPIs

The Person:

• Previous experience in a Quality Manager or Senior Quality role within FMCG or food manufacturing
• Strong working knowledge of HACCP, BRC, and food safety legislation
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills
• Analytical and detail‑oriented, with a hands‑on approach to problem‑solving
• A relevant third‑level qualification in Food Science or related discipline (desirable)

The Rewards:

• Salary: £35,000 (negotiable depending on experience)
• Permanent, full‑time role
• Excellent career development and progression potential within a leading local manufacturer
• Supportive, collaborative working environment with a focus on quality, people, and innovation

Next Steps – Why Hunter Savage:

For further information and to apply for this Quality Manager job, please contact Nedas Maciulaitis at Hunter Savage, Specialist Recruitment Consultant in Engineering & Operations.