We are recruiting for an Area Quality Manager to join our state‑of‑the‑art coffee manufacturing plant in Tutbury, Derbyshire. This 12‑month fixed‑term contract reports to the Factory Quality Manager. You will lead daily operations of food safety and quality systems, ensuring product and process compliance before final release.
Responsibilities
- Ensure operators have a good knowledge and understanding of the process and product norms, providing online evaluation and coaching to achieve optimum product control.
- Work alongside the local leadership team and QA team to embed a continuous improvement mind‑set supporting the Operational Master Plan.
- Create strategies and priorities for the line to deliver the drivers for the OMP in all key areas.
- Account for team capability, succession planning and all aspects of people management, including attendance, disciplinary and development reviews.
- Provide coverage for QA Technicians during their holidays.
Qualifications
- Recognised Quality qualification (preferred: HACCP Level 3, FSSC 22000, Food Safety Level 3).
- Strong experience within a Quality role.
- Previous leadership experience is a distinct advantage.
Key Criteria
- A good level of numeracy and literacy, proficiency in computer systems (Windows, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Globe).
- Ability to work in a team and communicate with people at all levels.
- A clear, strategic vision.
- Ability to challenge the norm and find opportunities for process improvement.
- Can evidence right to work in the UK; must demonstrate own right to work – no sponsorship available.
- Must hold a recognised Quality qualification.
Benefits
- Potential discretionary annual bonus.
- Generous pension scheme – up to 12% contribution from Nestlé.
- 12 flexible days on top of 25‑day holiday entitlement.
- 2 paid volunteering days.
- Focus on personal development and growth.
Right to Work
In accordance with Home Office guidance, successful candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment. This role does not meet the criteria for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route; the successful candidate therefore must be able to demonstrate their own right to work during the recruitment process without Nestlé sponsorship.
