Quality Manager

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated individual to join a busy quality team in a fast-paced food production environment as a Quality Manager. This is a hands-on leadership role offering the opportunity to take ownership of quality control and assurance processes for chilled products.

This position is ideal for someone looking to lead a team, drive continuous improvement, and play a key role in upholding food safety and quality standards during backshift operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Take ownership of quality control activities across the chilled product range throughout the backshift
• Build and maintain robust quality assurance procedures that meet regulatory and internal standards
• Guide and coach the quality team, offering hands-on training and ongoing support
• Carry out inspections, audits, and quality checks to spot opportunities for improvement
• Work closely with production and supply chain colleagues to resolve quality concerns and boost process performance
• Review quality metrics and data trends, presenting findings and improvement recommendations to senior leadership
• Keep stakeholders clearly informed on quality standards and compliance matters

Requirements

• Confident leadership style, with the ability to guide and inspire a team toward shared goals
• Comfortable working with data, drawing out insights and translating them into clear reports
• Strong people skills, able to communicate clearly with colleagues at all levels
• Flexible approach to backshift working, with a proactive attitude to resolving issues as they arise

Experience & Qualifications

• Background in quality management within a food manufacturing setting, ideally with chilled/fresh product lines
• Solid grasp of quality assurance fundamentals, food safety legislation, and relevant industry benchmarks
• Track record of running audits and putting quality control measures into practice
• Comfortable using quality management systems and standard Microsoft Office tools
• HACCP qualification and familiarity with BRC standards would be an advantage

What We Offer

• Monday to Friday role 
• Scope to influence and set quality standards at an expanding food production facility
• A team-oriented workplace with strong backing from senior leadership
• The opportunity to leave a real mark on product quality and customer experience

If you are passionate about quality and want to contribute to a culture of excellence in food production, we would love to hear from you. Click the Apply button below. HRC Recruitment acts as both an employment business and an employment agency.