Quality Technical Manager

Orion; England; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A food manufacturing company in Wimbledon seeks a Quality Assurance Manager to lead quality and compliance initiatives. The ideal candidate will drive improvements in food safety, oversee technical documentation, and champion best practices across the site. This hands-on role demands proven experience and strong leadership skills, offering a competitive salary package.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in food manufacturing and technical compliance.
• Strong command of HACCP, CCPs, and food safety legislation.
• A natural leader with excellent organisational and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead food safety, quality, and compliance across the site.
• Implement and optimise HACCP, CCPs, allergen controls, and traceability systems.
• Drive internal audits and ensure compliance.
• Conduct training programs on HACCP, hygiene, and allergens.

Skills

Food manufacturing experience

HACCP knowledge

Compliance expertise

Leadership skills

Training and coaching

Microsoft Office proficiency

Job description

Quality Assurance Manager

Location: Wimbledon, London
Salary: Up to £32,000 per annum

Shift: Monday to Friday Flexible Start Times

Are you a seasoned quality professional ready to take the reins and drive change from day one? We're looking for a Quality Assurance Manager who's not just detail-oriented but implementation-focused, proactive, and passionate about raising the bar in food safety and compliance.

This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll be empowered to shape processes, lead audits, and embed best practices across our manufacturing site. If you thrive on ownership, continuous improvement, and making a real impact, this is your moment.

Your Mission:

• Lead the charge on food safety, quality, and compliance across the site.
• Implement and optimise HACCP, CCPs, allergen controls, and traceability systems.
• Drive internal audits, validations, and verifications with precision.
• Overhaul and maintain the Quality Manual and Factory Procedures in line with legislation and audit outcomes.
• Own technical documentation and digital systems for compliance tracking.
• Spearhead training programmes - HACCP, hygiene, allergens, equipment use - and ensure staff are confident and compliant.
• Collaborate with engineering on risk assessments for new equipment and modifications.
• Lead investigations into customer complaints and manage supplier NCRs.
• Manage environmental and microbiological testing, ensuring timely submissions and verifications.
• Deliver monthly technical reports and nutritional data using Nutricalc.
• Champion site standards, cleanliness, and GMP through regular audits and corrective actions.
• Oversee product labelling, NPD specs, and recipe change documentation.

What You Bring:

• Proven experience in food manufacturing and technical compliance.
• Strong command of HACCP, CCPs, and food safety legislation.
• A natural leader with excellent organisational and documentation skills.
• Confident communicator and trainer, able to inspire and guide teams.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and technical systems.

Why Join Us?

This is more than a management role - it's a chance to lead transformation, implement smarter systems, and elevate quality across the board. You'll be trusted to make decisions, drive improvements, and build a culture of excellence.

Note: Due to high application volumes, we may not respond to everyone individually. If you haven't heard back within 5 working days, please consider your application unsuccessful at this time.