Quality Manager
Location: Greater Manchester
Salary: £45 000 - £50 000
We are seeking an experienced Quality Manager to oversee food safety, product quality, and legal compliance across site operation. This Quality Manager position is focused on maintaining high standards from intake through to dispatch, ensuring products meet customer specifications, retailer requirements, and shelf-life expectations. It is an excellent opportunity for a Quality Manager who enjoys driving continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment.
Day-to-day of the role
- Implement and maintain HACCP plans and food safety management systems relevant to fresh produce.
- Ensure compliance with UK and EU food safety legislation, retailer standards, and certification schemes such as BRCGS.
- Manage internal audits, customer audits, and third-party certification processes.
- Monitor incoming produce for quality, specification adherence, and pesticide residue compliance.
- Oversee grading, packing, and storage processes to protect freshness, quality, and shelf life.
- Manage allergen controls, traceability procedures, and accurate labelling for mixed produce packs.
- Analyse quality data, including defect rates and shelf-life testing, and implement corrective actions.
- Lead, train, and develop the QA team, including seasonal staff, on hygiene, handling practices, and quality procedures.
- Handle customer complaints promptly and work closely with growers and suppliers to maintain raw material quality and compliance.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Degree in Food Science or a related discipline, or a minimum of 3 years' experience within the food industry.
- Strong knowledge of HACCP and food safety legislation.
- Experience working with BRCGS, and retailer technical standards.
- Proven ability to manage audits, compliance processes, and corrective actions.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong organisational and time management skills with a high level of attention to detail.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, seasonal environment and adapt to changing demands.
- Proactive approach to continuous improvement, waste reduction, and operational efficiency.
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