Quality Manager

CV Technical; England; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-run food manufacturing company in Telford is seeking a Quality Manager to oversee food safety and quality standards. You will collaborate with various departments, manage compliance, and instill a food safety culture. Applicants should have 2-3 years of experience in quality management, with strong knowledge of BRC, QMS, and HACCP. A driving license and right to work in the UK are essential. This role offers growth opportunities in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Stable career

Commitment to employee progression

Qualifications

• 2-3 years in a similar Quality Management or senior QA role within the food industry.
• HACCP Level 3 minimum, Level 4 desirable.
• Internal auditing experience is essential.
• Full UK driving license and permanent right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Lead high standards of food safety and quality across the site.
• Develop and maintain robust food safety and quality systems.
• Manage non-conformance, complaint investigations, product release, and shelf-life data.
• Collaborate with departments to maintain technical standards.

Skills

BRC Standards

Quality Management Systems

HACCP

Leadership

Internal Auditing

Food Safety

Interpersonal Skills

Education

HACCP Level 3

Job description

Quality Manager - Food Manufacturing Company
Location - Telford
Shifts - Days
Salary - 45,000

We are looking for a driven Quality Manager to join a fast-growing, family-run food manufacturing company. Reporting directly to the Technical Director, you will be a key player in leading and delivering high standards of food safety and quality across the site. You will have full technical responsibility and autonomy for the brand and will play a vital role in ensuring compliance and continuous improvement across all technical functions.

This is a hands-on role suited to someone passionate about food quality and safety, with a practical approach and strong leadership qualities. The business has ambitious growth plans and is looking for someone to grow with them.

Job Details:

• Previous experience in a food manufacturing environment, ideally supplying UK retailers and branded products.
• Strong background in BRC, QMS, and HACCP systems.
• Comfortable leading internal and external audits, including EHO and customer visits.
• Ability to develop and maintain robust food safety and quality systems, ensuring compliance with regulatory and customer standards.
• Proven ability to lead a Quality Assurance team and instill a strong food safety culture throughout the site.
• Oversee quality assurance from raw materials through to finished products.
• Manage non-conformance, complaint investigations, product release, and shelf-life data to ensure optimum product quality.
• Collaborate closely with departments across the business including NPD and Commercial to maintain technical standards and customer satisfaction.
• Support and deliver employee training and food safety awareness across the site.
• Conduct hygiene audits, lead BRC reviews, and drive technical performance improvements.

Qualifications & Experience:

• 2-3 years in a similar Quality Management or senior QA role within the food industry.
• HACCP Level 3 minimum - Level 4 desirable.
• Internal auditing experience is essential.
• Excellent people management and interpersonal skills.
• Customer-focused, commercially aware, and solution-driven.
• Full UK driving license and permanent right to work in the UK.

In return for your commitment, my client offers a stable and rewarding career in a company that values its people and their progression. If this sounds like the right fit for your next step, please send your CV directly to Morgan Blount at for a confidential discussion on (phone number removed).