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Location: Relocation to Selsey Chichester required
Salary: 45,000 - 55,000 (dependent on experience)
Hours: 7:00am - 7:00pm, Panama's Day Shift Pattern
Holidays: 22 Shifts
Pension: 5% Contribution
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Quality Manager to join our dynamic food manufacturing team. You'll play a key leadership role in maintaining the highest standards of food safety, quality, and compliance across the site, leading a team of QA professionals to ensure that all products meet customer and regulatory expectations.
This is a hands-on role, perfect for a proactive leader with a passion for continuous improvement, technical excellence, and team development.
Key Responsibilities
Ensure food safety, technical standards, and customer Codes of Practice are implemented and upheld
Lead and develop QA Team Leaders while overseeing all QA/QC functions
Drive food safety and GMP standards through regular factory audits and proactive issue resolution
Manage customer complaints, audits, and non-conformance investigations with timely, accurate responses
Support new product launches through feasibility sessions and collaboration with Production and Process Development
Maintain HACCP compliance and manage internal auditing schedules
Coach, mentor, and develop the QA team and wider stakeholders
Maintain accurate nutritional and shelf-life data in line with product variations
Promote a culture of safety through risk assessments, training, and performance management
Identify and report any potential risks related to modern slavery or ethical compliance
Skills & Experience Required
Food Safety Level 3 qualification (minimum)
HACCP Level 2 knowledge and strong understanding of BRC standards and customer Codes of Practice
Proven experience leading and developing teams within a food manufacturing environment (fresh food experience ideal)
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
Passionate about food safety, compliance, and continuous improvement
Why Join Us
Competitive salary with potential
Overtime allowance for additional shifts
Pension scheme and structured progression opportunities across multiple sites
Supportive leadership with a focus on professional development
Opportunities for training and advancement across a network of factories
