Robert Walters is partnering with a well-established FMCG food manufacturer to appoint a site-based Quality Manager. The role owns Food Safety, Legality and Quality systems and leads the QA & Hygiene teams for a high‑volume operation producing ambient, shelf‑stable products.
Quality Manager
Location: East Midlands
Salary: Up to £45,000 + benefits
Hours: Mon–Fri, 08:00–16:00 (40 hrs)
What You’ll Do
* Own and continuously improve Food Safety, Quality & Legality across the site
* Act as HACCP lead; maintain and evolve HACCP plans
* Lead, coach and performance‑manage the QA & Hygiene teams
* Ensure audit readiness for customers and third parties; front audits confidently
* Drive RCA and close‑out for non‑conformances, audit actions and complaints
* Deliver against KPIs and deadlines; embed a strong food safety & quality culture
What We’re Looking For
* FMCG food manufacturing background (ideally ambient / shelf‑stable)
* Proven leadership of site QA & Hygiene teams
* Hands‑on ownership of QMS, Food Safety, Legality & Quality systems
* HACCP Level 3+ and Food Hygiene Level 3+
* Solid root cause analysis capability
* Internal audit training (advantageous)
Package
* Salary: Up to £45,000
* Holiday: 25 days + bank holidays
* Pension: 4% employee / 4% employer
If you are interested in this role please message me directly or send your CV to jamie.harding@robertwalters.com
Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates
About the job
Contract Type: Permanent
Specialism: Procurement & Supply Chain
Focus: Logistics
Industry: Logistics Distribution and Supply Chain
Workplace Type: On-site
Experience Level: Mid Management
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