Quality Systems Manager

The Collective Network; Huntingdon; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturer in Cambridgeshire is seeking a Quality Systems Manager to oversee their Quality Management System and lead the HACCP team. This role involves driving continuous improvement in technical processes and ensuring compliance through effective documentation and auditing. Candidates should have proven HACCP experience, hold a food-related degree, and possess strong communication skills within a technical environment. A competitive salary of £50,000 - £55,000 is offered for this impactful position.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in HACCP and Quality Management Systems.
• Strong communication skills within the Technical Department.
• Practical experience in Food/FMCG.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and maintain the Site Quality System to ensure compliance.
• Drive continuous improvement across technical processes.
• Lead the HACCP team to implement and improve plans.
• Manage the TACCP programme to mitigate food safety risks.
• Maintain technical documentation through robust control.
• Co-lead external audits and ensure audit readiness.
• Keep technical risk assessments aligned with operations.
• Manage the site pest control programme.
• Maintain supplier risk assessments for compliance.

Skills

HACCP management

Quality Management Systems

Communication

Process improvement

Education

Food-related degree or equivalent

Job description

Quality Systems Manager
Cambridgeshire
£50,000 - £55,000

Would you like to join a forward thinking business? A food manufacturer in Cambridgeshire is looking for their next Quality Systems Manager to make a real difference.

The company is one of the leading manufacturers in their category, supplying some of the main retailers in the UK. If you are someone that manages a QMS, leads internal audits and a HACCP team, please keep reading!

What you will be doing:

• Oversee and maintain the Site Quality System to ensure compliance and relevance
• Drive continuous improvement across technical processes and procedures
• Lead the HACCP team, ensuring effective implementation and ongoing improvement of the plan
• Manage the TACCP programme to proactively mitigate food safety risks
• Maintain accurate and accessible technical documentation through robust document control
• Co‑lead external audits and customer visits, ensuring audit readiness and compliance
• Keep site technical risk assessments up to date and aligned with operations
• Manage the site pest control programme to meet regulatory and internal standards
• Maintain supplier risk assessments and documentation to ensure compliance and food safety

What they need from you:

• Proven experience in HACCP and Quality Management Systems
• Ensure clear and efficient communication within the Technical Department
• Proactively engage the Technical Management team with ideas for process and quality development
• Hold a food‑related degree or equivalent, with practical experience in Food/FMCG

If you would like to learn more about this exciting opportunity, please apply!