A leading global fresh produce business is seeking an experienced Assistant Quality Manager to join its UK operation and play a key role in delivering quality, consistency and operational excellence. This is an exciting opportunity for a hands-on technical professional who understands fresh produce quality, ripening processes and the importance of making data-led decisions in a fast-paced environment. Key responsibilities: Support day-to-day quality and ripening operations across site Manage ripening plans, stock decisions and quality performance Lead and coach shopfloor teams to deliver operational KPIs Identify improvement opportunities and drive continuous improvement Work closely with Production, Technical and Quality teams to resolve issues quicklyAbout you: Experienced in a Fresh Produce Technical or Quality role Strong understanding of quality standards, shelf-life and ripening processes Confident analysing data and turning insights into action A proactive team leader who thrives in a fast-moving environment Comfortable making decisions and managing operational prioritiesThis is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing international organisation where your expertise will directly influence product quality, customer satisfaction, and operational success. For a confidential conversation about the role apply now! Alternatively contact Adam on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)