Role Overview
A well established, fast growing food and nutrition manufacturer is looking to appoint an experienced Quality & Environmental Manager to lead site quality, laboratory, compliance and environmental performance. This is a senior, hands‑on role with real influence across operations, technical and leadership teams, driving high standards, audit readiness and a strong culture of continuous improvement and sustainability.
Key Accountabilities
1. Lead site quality assurance, QC laboratories and compliance activities
2. Ensure robust microbial, PCR and analytical testing to support product release
3. Own HACCP, VACCP and TACCP frameworks and feed safety standards
4. Manage ISO‑aligned systems (ISO9001, ISO14001, ISO45001, UFAS, FAMIQS, FEMAS)
5. Lead internal and external audits and manage certification bodies
6. Oversee non‑conformance management, RCA and CAPA closure
7. Act as site lead for environmental compliance, permits, KPIs and sustainability initiatives
8. Partner with R&D, manufacturing, procurement and external suppliers
9. Deliver quality, technical and environmental training across the site
People Profile
10. Degree qualified in a relevant scientific discipline
11. Proven quality leadership experience within manufacturing and laboratory environments
12. Strong technical background in microbiology, PCR and laboratory quality systems
13. Hands‑on experience with HACCP, ISO standards and third‑party audits
14. Working knowledge of ISO14001 and environmental legislation
15. Confident leader with a proactive, detail‑driven and improvement‑focused mindset
We regret we can not offer visa sponsorship and can only consider candidates who hold right to work in the UK.