Quality Assurance Manager - Suffolk, United Kingdom - Zest Food Jobs

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Job Description

A new opportunity in Technical for an experienced QA Manager - You'll play a pivotal role in ensuring the highest standards of food safety and quality within an established and long standing food manufacturing operation.

As the quality and food safety advocate your engaging management skills, audit ready mentality and practical approach will be a great compliment to the team.

You'll be well versed with QMS, third party accreditation including BRC, HACCP, Retailer COP's, team management and open to change with the confidence to share your ideas

Your responsibilities will include:

Develop and monitor quality KPIs to drive continuous improvement.

Lead the front line delivery on food safety and quality assurance processes.

Implement and maintain BRC and HACCP standards to guarantee compliance.

Manage and mentor the QA team, fostering a culture of excellence and accountability.

Conduct audits covering GMPs, traceability, and workplace safety.

Act as the primary liaison for customer visits and audits, ensuring a seamless communication and satisfaction.

Collaborate closely with stakeholders across operations, engineering, production, hygiene and NPD to achieve quality objectives.

The role will suit a confident communicator, positive management style and someone who can connect with all levels across the factory floor.

Experience in food manufacturing with chilled/high risk foods, and a strong background in QA management.

Proven knowledge in BRC and HACCP standards implementation.

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Intermediate or Advanced HACCP and a Food or Science related degree level will be desirable.

*Must be UK based

**Sponsorship not available

***Must have chilled/high risk experience current or previously