My job QA Manager Location: Westerleigh Role Purpose Manage the site Quality Assurance System, audits, and compliance with food safety standards (BRC, HACCP, customer requirements).
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Drive continuous improvement and lead the QA team.
Key Responsibilities Maintain BRC Global Standard and HACCP systems.
Conduct internal audits and hygiene checks; implement corrective actions.
Ensure compliance for new products, packaging, and testing requirements.
Manage pest control, traceability, and external lab testing.
Investigate and resolve quality issues; handle customer complaints.
Liaise with suppliers/customers and support audits.
Lead and develop QA team; ensure audit readiness and health & safety.
Skills & Qualifications Degree/HND in Food Science or equivalent.
Level 3 Food Safety & HACCP; internal auditing qualification.
FMCG experience; knowledge of food safety legislation.
Strong communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
Proficient in MS Excel; SAP experience desirable.
The company Pilgrim's Europe produces some of the best-known and most iconic brands in the UK and Ireland, including Fridge Raiders, Rollover, Denny, Richmond, Oakhouse and Moy Park, alongside a diverse range of industry leading own-label products in categories including fresh pork, lamb and chicken, working with all the major retailers and food service outlets.
Our portfolio extends to authentic chilled and frozen ready meals, snacking ranges, added value and food service products. xxuwjjq
Across Pilgrim's Europe we combine 20,000 of the best people in the industry, united by a shared set of core values and a passion for producing the highest quality, most delicious and innovative food, which is enjoyed by millions of people in the UK, Ireland and Europe every day.
Our Pilgrim's Europe team are based in our Pilgrim's UK, Moy Park, Pilgrim's Food Masters and Pilgrim's Shared Services businesses.