Quality Manager

Manucomm Recruitment Ltd; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK recruiter seeks a Quality Manager for a manufacturer near Exeter. This role offers a diverse workload, managing audits and compliance, while providing technical guidance. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Food Science and experience in Quality Management. The position includes office and factory time, reporting directly to the Technical Director. Competitive salary up to £38,000 DOE.

Qualifications

• Degree in Food Science or related field preferred.
• Experience in Quality Management within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Quality Team.
• Prepare and manage internal and third-party audits.
• Oversee Food Safety, Quality, and Compliance aspects.

Job description

Quality Manager

Exeter

Up to £38,000 DOE

Fantastic opportunity to join an established and growing manufacturer of premium products in a Technical Manager role. This could suit a Quality Manager / Supervisor seeking the next step in their career

Based near Exeter, this position reports directly to the Technical Director and offers a varied workload split 50% office-based and 50% factory-based.

Quality Manager Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage the workload of the Quality Team.

Prepare, manage, and follow up on all internal and third-party audits, including BRCGS and customer-specific inspections.

Coordinate HACCP program activities when required.

Oversee day-to-day management of all Food Safety, Quality, and Compliance aspects.

Investigate and respond to customer complaints.

Troubleshoot technical and process issues on site.

Validate shopfloor processes and machinery implementation.

Support production efficiencies from a technical perspective.

Provide technical guidance and training to the manufacturing team to build awareness of quality and technical issues.

Manage pest control visits and ensure recommendations are implemented.

Oversee external calibrations (scales, magnets, X-Ray).

Support NPD technical sign-off during first productions.

Provide cover for the Technical Director when required.

Carry out other technical duties as needed.

Quality Manager Skills & Qualifications

Degree in Food Scien...