Quality Manager

HR GO Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing company in England is looking for an experienced Quality Manager to oversee food safety, compliance, and quality standards across production. This role requires at least 4 years of experience in food quality management, strong knowledge of GMP, and proficiency in both English and Mandarin or Cantonese. The successful candidate will lead the HACCP systems, improve compliance processes, and train the quality team, ensuring high technical standards are maintained.

Qualifications

• 4+ years' experience in Food Quality Management.
• Strong understanding of GMP.
• Excellent communication and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Lead and maintain HACCP systems and team meetings.
• Improve QMS, SOPs, GMP, and overall compliance processes.
• Ensure food safety and regulatory compliance (UK/EU).
• Investigate quality issues and manage customer complaints.
• Train and support the quality team.
• Oversee supplier approvals, product specifications, and traceability.
• Provide technical input for NPD projects.

Skills

Fluent English

Mandarin or Cantonese

Attention to detail

Leadership

Education

Food-related degree

Job description

Quality Manager - Food Manufacturing

Erith | £30,000-£40,000 | Full-time | 40 hrs/week

Candidates must be able to speak both English and Mandarin or Cantonese.

An established food manufacturer is seeking an experienced Quality Manager to lead food safety, compliance, and quality standards across production. This role suits someone proactive, detail-focused, and confident in maintaining high technical standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and maintain HACCP systems and team meetings
• Improve QMS, SOPs, GMP, and overall compliance processes
• Ensure food safety and regulatory compliance (UK/EU)
• Investigate quality issues and manage customer complaints
• Train and support the quality team
• Oversee supplier approvals, product specifications, and traceability
• Provide technical input for NPD projects

Requirements

• 4+ years' experience in Food Quality Management
• Strong understanding of GMP
• Excellent communication and attention to detail
• Ability to lead and work independently

Desirable

• Previous QA Management experience
• Food-related degree
• HACCP Level 3, Food Safety Level 3, Food Hygiene