Quality Assurance Manager / Food Manufacturing/ Kent

Salary: Up to £45,000 (based on experience, skills, and qualifications)
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 AM - 5:00 PM (with a 1-hour unpaid break)

Our client is a leading name in the food production industry, specialising in fresh, ready-to-eat products. We are looking for a highly experienced and dynamic Quality Assurance Manager to lead their QA team, ensuring products meet the highest standards of safety, integrity, and quality to exceed customer expectations.

Key Responsibilities:

Team Management & Leadership

• Proactively manage and lead the QA team, including recruitment, training, performance reviews, and team development.
• Provide technical expertise and support to the team and other departments.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and effective teamwork.

Product Quality & Safety

• Ensure all products meet food safety, legal, quality, and customer requirements.
• Take ownership of quality issues, driving resolution and decision-making.
• Shift from a QC to a QA culture within the factory.
• Manage product assessments, internal audits, and compliance with safety standards.
• Investigate customer complaints, manage corrective actions, and ensure factory compliance.

Who We're Looking For:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a food-related technical or quality management role.
• Experience in a high-care, ready-to-eat environment, preferably with fresh produce.
• Qualifications in HACCP, Auditing, and Food Safety are advantageous.
• Strong leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Are you passionate about quality assurance and food safety? Do you have the skills and experience to lead a dedicated team in delivering top-quality products? If so, we'd love to hear from you!

How to Apply

• If this sounds like you, please apply via the link. Alternatively, for a confidential chat about this exciting role, please get in touch with Luan on 01780 480530 or luan@morepeople.co.uk