The Oval Partnership is currently supporting a specialist food company to recruit a Quality Assurance Manager to lead and develop the QA Technologists and elevate the QA activities onsite as well as through their international co-manufacturing network.
Reporting to the Head of Quality, the QA Manager role is split between people development, onsite operational excellence, and international supplier management ensuring effective Root Cause and Analysis is completed in relation to customer complaints and non-conformances.
Key Responsibilities of the Quality Assurance (QA) Team Manager:
- Team Leadership: Manage, mentor, and develop a team of three direct reports.
- Onsite QA & Food Safety: Act as the HACCP Team Leader driving GMP excellence and auditing standards.
- Co-Manufacturer Management: Oversee quality relationships across European co-manufacturers, leading non-conformance and complaint investigations using structured RCA.
- Industrialisation Support: Ensure QA presence at co manufacturer trials and 1st/2nd production runs.
- Audit Readiness: Support the wider business in maintaining readiness for internal and external audits
What We Are Looking For:
- A Natural Coach: Proven experience in leading, motivating, and developing individuals.
- Technical Expertise: Strong working knowledge of QMS, GMP, HACCP, and FSSC 22000 requirements within a food manufacturing environment.
- Problem Solvers: Experience leading quality investigations and utilising structured Root Cause Analysis.
- Travel Flexibility: Willingness and availability to travel internationally (primarily Europe) at relatively short notice, typically at least once a month, to attend trials and audit co-manufacturers.
- Education: A university degree (Microbiology, Chemistry, or Food Sciences preferred) or equivalent industry experience.
Benefits include:
- Competitive salary and a discretionary bonus scheme.
- Hybrid working with flexible hours
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and a Christmas shutdown.
- Excellent pension scheme (up to 10% employer matched contribution).
- Additional healthcare and welfare benefits
Please note, Visa sponsorship is not available for this role now or in the future, the successful candidate will be required to hold full and indefinite leave to work and live in the UK and be able to travel within Europe unrestricted.
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Quality Assurance Manager in Liverpool employer: The Oval Partnership
As an Environment, Health and Safety Manager at our company, you will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to fostering a proactive health and safety culture that prioritises employee well-being and operational excellence. We offer a supportive work environment that encourages professional growth through continuous training and development opportunities, while our commitment to compliance and best practices ensures that you can make a meaningful impact in your role. Located in a vibrant area, our site provides unique advantages such as collaboration with diverse departments and the chance to lead initiatives that enhance workplace safety and environmental performance.
