Senior Quality Assurance Manager
As a Senior Quality Assurance Manager, you will play a key role in maintaining quality excellence across the food manufacturing industry. This is an excellent opportunity for a quality-focused professional who thrives in fast-paced production environments and is passionate about food safety, compliance, and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead and manage the Quality Assurance team to meet departmental and site objectives.
* Champion a strong food safety culture throughout the organisation.
* Develop and maintain food safety systems and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
* Manage internal audits and follow up on corrective actions.
* Liaise with suppliers and internal teams to ensure product quality and technical compliance.
* Lead site preparation and representation during customer audits and technical visits.
* Stay up to date with industry trends and regulatory developments.
* Identify and implement technical and procedural improvements.
* Support and motivate the wider quality team to achieve performance goals.
Requirements:
* A qualification in a scientific or food-related discipline is desirable.
* Minimum 3 years of experience in a similar Quality or Technical role.
* Strong leadership experience, ideally within FMCG or food processing environments.
* In-depth knowledge of HACCP, IFS, and regulatory requirements.
* Experience with organic certification and supplier quality systems is a plus.
* Practical understanding of food production processes and standards.
* A hands-on, proactive approach with strong problem-solving skills.
Why This Role:
This role offers the opportunity to impact the quality excellence of a leading seafood business, enjoy employee benefits, and pursue career progression in a business that values expertise and commitment.