Quality Manager

Pioneer Selection Ltd; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food manufacturing sector is seeking a Quality Manager on a 12-month fixed-term contract in Milton Keynes. In this pivotal role, you will drive quality standards, lead and mentor a dedicated team, and ensure compliance with food safety regulations. The successful candidate will enjoy a competitive salary and a range of benefits, including 28 days of holiday and career development opportunities.

Benefits

28 days holiday + flexible holiday trading

Life assurance & pension

Staff discounts, free products during working hours

Healthcare cash plan

Annual salary review

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Quality Manager within FMCG, ideally in food/drinks.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to mentor and coach.
• Confident in managing audits and investigations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the site's quality team focusing on accountability and excellence.
• Ensure compliance with Food Safety, GMP, and legislative requirements.
• Conduct microbiological investigations and foster a culture of quality.

Skills

Leadership

Continuous Improvement

Quality Assurance

Food Safety

Microbiology Standards

Education

Understanding of BRC and HACCP standards (Level 3 or above)

Job description

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Quality Manager – FTC
Milton Keynes | £65,000 per annum | Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm | 12-month Fixed-Term Contract

Are you a proven Quality Manager with strong leadership skills and a passion for continuous improvement in food manufacturing? We’re looking for someone who can lead from the front—setting the bar for quality, food safety, and compliance, while mentoring a high-performing team.

What You’ll Be Doing:

As Quality Manager, you’ll report into the Site Manager and Group Quality Manager. You’ll lead a dedicated quality team (1 Team Leader & 5 Officers on a 3-on/3-off shift pattern) and act as the driving force behind all quality, food safety, and microbiology standards at the site.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and develop the site’s quality team, embedding a culture of safety, accountability, and excellence.

Ensure full compliance with Quality, Food Safety, GMP, Environmental, and legislative requirements.

Conduct microbiological investigations and troubleshooting with R&D and site teams.

Drive root cause analysis and implement robust corrective actions.

Own the HACCP plan and lead the site HACCP team.

Lead internal and external audits, ensuring audit readiness at all times.

Champion quality training, toolbox talks, and site-wide engagement.

Support NPD and product launch activities.

Report on site performance and KPIs, and chair Quality Committee meetings.

What We’re Looking For:

Experience as a Quality Manager within FMCG (ideally food/drinks).

Strong leadership skills – confident in coaching, mentoring, and influencing across all levels.

Confident with authority but empathetic and relationship-driven.

Solid understanding of BRC and HACCP standards (Level 3 or above).

Skilled in managing audits, investigations, and quality reporting.

Proactive, driven and keen to lead change and raise standards.

Why Join?

28 days holiday + flexible holiday trading

Life assurance & pension

Staff discounts, free products during working hours

Healthcare cash plan, Peppy Health access

Annual salary review

This is an exciting opportunity to step into a high-impact role within a fast-paced and values-driven manufacturing environment, working closely with senior leaders and group quality professionals.