Quality Manager

Jonathan Lee Recruitment; Lichfield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturer is seeking a Quality Manager to lead their QA team and ensure product quality and safety at a cutting-edge facility. The ideal candidate will have relevant qualifications, extensive experience in quality management, and strong communication skills. This role emphasizes collaboration with production and compliance with industry standards. Join a company that values innovation and employee development.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience working within a Quality or Technical team.
• Strong understanding of compliance with HACCP and Food Safety standards.
• Experience working with major retailers and leading audits.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the QA team to ensure product quality and safety.
• Oversee recruitment, training, and performance management.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and hygiene teams.
• Ensure adherence to Quality Management System and procedures.
• Investigate customer complaints and implement action plans.
• Manage external service providers to ensure compliance.

Skills

Leadership and management skills

Attention to detail

Excellent communication

Education

Relevant scientific or food-related qualifications

Tools

HACCP training

BRC standards knowledge

Job description

Overview

A large food manufacturer are seeking an experienced Quality Manager. Working in a state-of-the-art facility, you'll be at the heart of ensuring product safety and quality while contributing to the success of a leading food business.

Shift

Shift Pattern- 4 on 4 off-05:30 - 18:00.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the QA team to ensure product quality, safety, and legality, meeting customer specifications in a fast-paced environment.
• Oversee recruitment, training, and performance management of Quality Auditors to ensure continuous development.
• Collaborate closely with production, engineering, HR, and hygiene teams to maintain seamless operations.
• Ensure procedures within the Quality Management System, HACCP, and Food Defence are adhered to across the factory.
• Investigate technical customer complaints, coordinate findings, and implement effective action plans.
• Manage external service providers such as pest control and laboratories while ensuring compliance with industry standards.

What You Will Bring

• Relevant scientific or food-related qualifications, with extensive experience working within a Quality or Technical team.
• A practical understanding of BRC standards and retailer requirements.
• Experience working with major retailers, including leading audits.
• HACCP and Food Safety qualifications, alongside internal auditing training.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills to effectively liaise with stakeholders at all levels.

This company is a leader in the food industry, supplying high-quality products to major supermarkets and renowned restaurants across the UK. With a commitment to innovation and excellence, this company values its employees and invests in their development, providing opportunities to grow and succeed in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Location

This role is based at a cutting-edge facility in Walsall, West Midlands, offering a modern and inspiring environment to work in.

Interested?

If you're ready to bring your expertise and passion for quality to this exciting opportunity, don't wait! Apply today and take the next step in your career as a Quality Manager.

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