QUALITY MANAGER REQUIRED IN NEWPORT, SHROPSHIRE Do you have previous Quality Management experience within the Food Manufacturing industry, and do you have a minimum of 3 years experience working as a Quality Manager?! We are seeking a Quality Manager to join a well established food manufacturer in Newport (Shropshire), the working hours are 8am-5pm Monday to Friday, and the role comes with an annual salary up to £50,000 per annum (DOE). We are looking for someone who has a good amount of experience in BRC and QMS, dealing with audits, visits and EHO and who can demonstrate a proven track record in improving Food Quality and Food Safety. The hiring manager is looking for someone who has a HACCP level 3 minimum, Level 4 would be desirable. Previous fresh produce experience would be preferred (especially experience with Salad), but they will consider candidates who don't have this providing you have everything else required. What You Will Do: Ensure on-site quality assurance processes are robust, from incoming raw materials to finished products. Develop, implement, and continuously improve systems to maintain AA-grade BRC certification and HACCP compliance. Lead factory inspections to promote Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) through cross-functional teamwork. Manage non-conformance and hold procedures, ensuring effective root cause analysis and resolution. Oversee complaint investigations and product release processes, ensuring customer satisfaction and quality standards. Provide technical support for New Product Development (NPD) and collaborate with commercial teams for aligned customer communication. What You Will Bring: A minimum of 3 years proven experience in quality management within a food manufacturing environment supplying UK retailers. Strong knowledge of BRC standards, HACCP (minimum level 3), and Quality Management Systems (QMS). HACCP Level 3 as a minimum requirement, Level 4 would be desirable A track record of successfully managing audits, inspections, and compliance processes. Excellent people management skills, with the ability to train and motivate teams. A proactive, customer-focused attitude and commercial awareness to drive continuous improvement. This company is dedicated to delivering the highest standards in food safety and quality, making this Quality Manager role essential to achieving its goals. You'll have the opportunity to lead and inspire a culture of excellence, working closely with other departments to ensure operational efficiency and compliance. The role is hands-on, offering autonomy and the chance to implement your vision for effective ways of working. Location: This role is based in Newport, Shropshire. Interested?: If you're ready to embrace this exciting opportunity as a Quality Manager and make a lasting impact, don't wait. Apply now and take the next step in your career journey! Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency. In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included