Quality Systems and Specifications Manager

Quality Systems and Specifications Manager

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Quality Systems and Specifications Manager

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Location: Chester

Salary: £35,000 – £40,000 per annum

Industry: Food Manufacturing / FMCG

Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent

Are you a quality-driven professional with a passion for systems, processes, and continuous improvement? We\’re recruiting on behalf of a market-leading food manufacturer seeking a Quality Systems Manager to take ownership of their Quality Management System (QMS) and play a pivotal role in driving site-wide compliance and food safety excellence.

Role Overview

As the Quality Systems Manager , you\’ll be responsible for developing and maintaining robust quality systems, document control, supplier approvals, and internal audits. You\’ll lead the Technical Services Team and work cross-functionally to embed a culture of food safety, compliance, and continuous improvement across the site.

This is a hands-on leadership role suited to someone highly organised, audit-ready, and solutions-focused, with experience managing BRC and customer standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and develop the site-wide Quality Management System (QMS) and documentation.
• Lead internal audits and ensure action plans are completed on time.
• Oversee the master action log and ensure full traceability from policy to record.
• Ensure compliance with BRC and customer standards.
• Drive improvements in supplier approvals, complaint reduction, and traceability.
• Manage the Technical Services Team and lead on quality data input across systems (e.g., Quantiv).
• Analyse Food Safety & Quality Culture surveys and support positive cultural change.
• Ensure all documentation is archived and retrievable out of hours.

Success Metrics Include

• Timely action completion and audit closeouts
• Reduction in traceability non-conformances and complaints
• Up-to-date specifications and accurate operational records
• Effective data analysis and communication across departments

What We\’re Looking For

• Experience managing Quality Systems in a food manufacturing or FMCG environment.
• Strong understanding of BRC and customer audit requirements.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Confident leading cross-functional teams and influencing at all levels.
• Analytical mindset with a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Why Join This Business?

You\’ll be part of a forward-thinking organisation with a strong commitment to quality, innovation, and continuous improvement. This is a key role with real influence, ideal for someone looking to make their mark and grow within a supportive and progressive team.

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