Quality Manager

Humdinger; Wirral; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Humdinger is seeking a Quality Manager for its nut snacking factory. This pivotal role entails leading a team of Quality Auditors, ensuring product safety and compliance while fostering a quality culture. Candidates should possess strong leadership and communication skills, as well as relevant experience in food manufacturing quality standards.

Benefits

25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension with 4% Employer Contributions

Life Assurance Scheme

Health Care Cash Plan

Holiday Purchase Salary Sacrifice Scheme

Cycle to Work Salary Sacrifice Scheme

Electric Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme

Family friendly policies including hybrid working

Company Wellbeing initiatives

Training and Development opportunities

Qualifications

• Supervisory or team leadership experience in food manufacturing quality roles.
• Internal auditing experience or qualifications.
• Proven ability to work under pressure and resolve quality issues.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate a team of Quality Auditors.
• Maintain and enhance GMP standards through auditing.
• Manage internal and external audits.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Coaching

Problem Solving

Knowledge of pest control

Education

Level 3 Food Safety Certification

HACCP Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Humdinger, Bromborough CH62 3RD

We're seeking a Quality Manager to take responsibility for all aspects of quality management within our nut snacking factory. If you have a passion for ensuring product safety, efficiency, and compliance while motivating a team toward manufacturing excellence, this is the role for you.

Position type: Full time, permanent

Hours: 37.5 per week

Shift Pattern: Monday - Friday, 0830 - 1630

Responsibilities:

1. Lead and motivate a team of 11 Quality Auditors to ensure smooth execution of intake, process, and packing checks.
2. Provide coaching and development, closing skill gaps with tailored training plans.
3. Foster a strong quality culture through effective leadership and clear communication.
4. Maintain and enhance GMP standards through auditing, coaching, and root cause analysis.
5. Ensure products meet both GMP and customer specifications.
6. Manage internal and external audits in collaboration with the Technical Manager, resolving non-conformances with robust corrective actions.
7. Oversee allergen management programs and raw material testing schedules.
8. Build strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and auditors to uphold quality standards.
9. Lead site visits and audits, ensuring compliance with customer standards (e.g., COPs), in collaboration with the Technical Manager.
10. Support NPD trials and launches, ensuring effective communication between NPD and factory teams.
11. Ensure adherence to HSE standards and support site improvement actions.
12. Collaborate with hygiene and operational teams to ensure routine cleaning checks.
13. Keep the team informed through quality communication boards.
14. Investigate complaints and implement preventative actions.
15. Maintain Level 3 Food Safety and HACCP certifications.
16. Possess internal auditing experience or qualifications.
17. Have supervisory or team leadership experience within food manufacturing quality roles.
18. Exhibit strong communication, leadership, and coaching skills.
19. Knowledge of pest control and UK retail customer codes of practice such as Tesco, M&S, Sainsbury's.
20. Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
21. Proven ability to work under pressure, manage deadlines, and resolve root causes of quality issues.

Benefits:

• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Pension (4% Employer Contributions).
• Life Assurance Scheme at x4 basic salary.
• Health Care Cash Plan via Paycare (Dental, Optical, Chiropody, Professional Therapy, Counselling cover), along with access to Paycare Perks for discounts.
• Holiday Purchase Salary Sacrifice Scheme - buy up to one extra week per year.
• Cycle to Work Salary Sacrifice Scheme.
• Electric Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme.
• Family friendly policies including hybrid working and enhanced Maternity/Paternity leave.
• Annual diversity and inclusion activities and community volunteering opportunities.
• Company Wellbeing initiatives including Wellbeing Week, Menopause Support, and Mental Health First Aid.
• Monthly employee recognition via ‘Zertus Values Awards’.
• Recruitment Refer a Friend rewards.
• Training and Development, including leadership courses, external qualifications, and professional memberships.

At Humdinger, we transform coco, nuts, seeds, fruit, and pulses into delectable snacks and chocolates for our own labels and renowned brands. Our commitment to quality and innovation has earned us a reputable position in the market.

Located in Heckington (Sleaford), Sherburn in Elmet, and Bromborough, we are part of the Zertus UK & Ireland Snacking & Chocolate Market Unit, collaborating with esteemed food manufacturers nationwide. Join us to be part of a journey where innovation, quality, and passion for snacking come together. Our brands include NOMO, Sun Valley Nuts, Kinnerton Kids, The Fruit Factory, Yum & Yay, Humzingers, and collaborations with Bailey's, Guinness, and Budweiser.

Humdinger is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Your application will be reviewed as part of our selection process. If shortlisted, a member of our Recruitment or HR team will contact you. If you proceed further, your application will be shared with the hiring manager for review. If selected, you will be invited to a two-stage interview process including a factory tour.

Please inform us of any special arrangements needed for your interview by contacting the Talent Acquisition team. This information is covered by data protection laws and will be used solely to facilitate accommodations.