At Europe Snacks Ltd, we aim to be a great place to work; we do this by ensuring our values of Entrepreneurship, Excellence and Care are at the heart of everything we do.
About the Role
The Quality Systems Manager supports the Technical and Operational Management teams in developing, maintaining, and continuously improving the Quality Management System (QMS). This ensures compliance with BRCGS standards, legal obligations, and customer requirements, while driving innovation, continuous improvement, and value engineering initiatives across the business.
Responsibilities
* Quality Management System & Compliance: Lead the development, maintenance, and improvement of the QMS in line with BRCGS, AIB, and customer Codes of Practice.
* Conduct regular gap analyses; implement and monitor corrective actions.
* Maintain up-to-date technical procedures, supplier approval documentation, and product specifications.
* Manage supplier assessments, risk assessments, and process control documentation.
* Ensure robust traceability systems are in place.
* Actively involve in customer and third party.
* Ensure QMS is ready for unannounced audits.
* Develop and maintain site CAPA system.
* Lead product audits, GMP checks, and non-conformance management.
* Support site audits (customer, regulatory, and third-party) and customer visits.
* Oversee external lab testing and compliance with customer/regulatory standards.
Safety & Compliance
* Promote a culture of safety by investigating accidents and near misses to conclusion.
* Ensure compliance with group, legislative, and customer safety standards.
* Proactively identify and mitigate health and safety risks.
* Lead by example with a zero-tolerance approach to unsafe practices.
Leadership & Training
* Train, mentor, and develop Quality Auditors and other team members.
* Ensure adequate resourcing and effective deployment of QMS activities.
* Provide technical leadership and troubleshooting support to resolve quality issues.
Communication & Behaviours
* Foster effective two-way communication across teams and stakeholders.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
* Food Safety & Legal Compliance
* QMS Audit Scores (BRCGS, AIB, customer audits)
* Customer Complaint Reduction & Resolution Timelines
* Non-Conformance Closure Rate
* Training & Competency Compliance
* Contribution to Continuous Improvement Initiatives
Personal Qualities & Skills
* Systematic and analytical thinker with a strong problem-solving approach.
* Confident, credible, and able to influence at all levels.
* Strong interpersonal skills – assertive yet collaborative.
* Hands-on and pragmatic, with the ability to lead by example.
* Committed to continuous improvement and innovation.
* Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Qualifications
* 2–4 years’ experience in the food industry (quality, production, or hygiene).
* Proven Quality Systems Management experience with knowledge of QMS architecture.
* HACCP training (Level 3 minimum).
* HND or Degree in Food Science, Biological Sciences, or related discipline.
How to Apply
If you’re ready to take the leap and join a company that is passionate about it’s people, apply today and help us shape the future of Europe Snacks.
This role is not supported with sponsorship.
Closing Date: 26 September 2025
Europe Snacks is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We enthusiastically welcome applications from candidates of diverse backgrounds and experiences. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact us.
Please note, we are not working with recruitment agencies for this vacancy and kindly ask that agencies do not contact us regarding this role.
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Quality Assurance
Industries
* Food and Beverage Manufacturing
Closing notes: This description reflects the responsibilities and qualifications of the Quality Systems Manager role at Europe Snacks Ltd. It is not intended to include every possible task.
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