Food Quality Manager

About the role

A full-time Food Quality Manager is sought to oversee food safety standards, product quality and quality assurance processes. The role suits someone passionate about food safety, regulatory compliance and continuous improvement, committed to the highest standards across food production and operations.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee food quality assurance and food safety management systems
• Develop, implement and maintain quality control procedures and standards
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations, industry standards and internal policies
• Conduct regular inspections, audits and quality assessments across production
• Monitor raw materials, production processes, storage conditions and finished products
• Investigate quality issues, customer complaints and non-conformities, and implement corrective and preventive actions
• Lead food safety initiatives, risk assessments and hygiene improvement programmes
• Train team members on food safety practices, quality procedures and compliance requirements
• Maintain quality records, audit documentation and product traceability systems
• Drive continuous improvement to improve product consistency, safety and efficiency

Required profile

• Knowledge of food safety principles, quality assurance and quality control procedures
• Familiarity with HACCP, GMP and systems such as ISO 22000
• Understanding of food industry regulations, hygiene standards and quality documentation
• Strong analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills
• Effective communication and leadership skills, able to coordinate with cross-functional teams
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and a proactive approach to food safety and compliance

What we offer

• Opportunities to lead food safety and quality initiatives
• Professional development and continuous learning
• A collaborative environment that values accountability and teamwork
• Recognition for contributions to product quality and food safety
• Competitive compensation and benefits package