Overview
We are seeking a Quality Assurance Manager to join our Warrington site leadership team and uphold the highest standards across our operations.
Location: Warrington, England, United Kingdom
At Quintessential Brands Group, we are proud to continue the legacy of Thomas Dakin, the visionary who pioneered quality English gin in 1761. Today, our award-winning portfolio spans iconic names like Greenall’s, Opihr, Thomas Dakin, The Dubliner, and Chamère, our exciting new venture in the world of RTD cocktails.
Compensation
This range is provided by Quintessential Brands Group. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Responsibilities
* Lead all aspects of our Quality Management System, ensuring compliance with HACCP, TACCP, VACCP, BRC, and food industry best practice.
* Act as the primary contact for external audits and ensure we are always audit-ready.
* Drive a cultural shift from reactive checks to proactive quality assurance across the site.
* Lead and develop the QA team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
* Own and oversee internal audit systems, customer technical documentation, and supplier NCR processes.
* Support site operations with robust risk assessments, identifying and implementing corrective and preventative actions.
* Report on KPIs, identifying opportunities to improve both team and factory performance.
Qualifications
* Strong experience in a QA leadership role within FMCG manufacturing (spirits experience desirable).
* In-depth knowledge of HACCP, TACCP, VACCP, BRC, FSI & ISO accreditation.
* A clear, logical thinker with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Resilient, pragmatic, and commercially aware, with excellent stakeholder management skills.
* A natural leader who inspires and develops teams, driving high standards and a proactive approach.
* Educated to degree level (or equivalent experience).
Benefits
* Company pension
* Life assurance
* Bonus
* 25 days holiday + bank holidays
* Discounts with high street and online retailers
* Staff shop
Job details
* Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Quality Assurance
* Industries: Wine & Spirits
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