QA/QC Manager – £55K+, based on experience– Dunnington, York & Wilton

The Role

Do you have a strong background in quality control and a proven track record in managing quality systems? Are you ready to lead a small, skilled team in a growing biotech company shaping the future of sustainable agriculture?

We are looking for a QA/QC Manager to oversee quality assurance across our microbial product portfolio. You’ll play a central role in developing and managing quality systems while leading a small, high-performing team. This is a hands-on role for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and is eager to make a meaningful difference.

You’ll report to the Operations Manager and work closely with Regulatory and Product Development teams. This role will be split between our sites in York and Redcar, with roughly 50% of your time at each location.

Join us and help shape the future of sustainable agriculture.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and manage quality systems for our microbial products
Lead and support a small QA/QC team in routine testing and operations
Oversee raw material quality and liaise with suppliers
Manage quality checks and inventory of bulk intermediate products from CMOs
Ensure final products, including packaging, meet required quality standards
Support regulatory submissions by providing accurate quality documentation
Drive improvements in lab and production processes
Assist with formulation trials, stability studies, and microbiological testing
Report regularly on quality performance and project updates

Company:

Azotic Technologies Ltd is an innovative Biotech company specialising in the development and commercialisation of novel biologicals for the agricultural sector.

We are a global leader in Biological Nitrogen-Fixation (BNF) and are looking to expand the commercialisation of our first product, ENVITA to farmers across the globe. Our technology can fix nitrogen across crops providing enhanced yield and plant health, savings on nitrogen fertiliser, carbon abatement and reduced local environmental impact.

With sites in the UK and North America, we are a rapidly developing company with a unique product portfolio and an exciting product pipeline beyond Nitrogen-fixation.

Benefits:

Employee Assistance Programme
Company Pension (10% Employer Contribution)
Life Insurance
Private Medical Care
Employee Benefits Programme
Performance-related bonus.

The Person

We’re looking for someone who:

Has 5+ years of experience in QC/QA in industries like food, pharma, or diagnostics
Is comfortable working with CMOs and managing inventories
Holds a degree in a relevant science or manufacturing discipline
Pays close attention to detail and can manage multiple tasks
Works well with others and brings a proactive mindset
Communicates clearly and confidently
Is experienced with Microsoft Office; familiarity with inventory tools is a bonus
Enjoys taking ownership and achieving team success