Quality Manager

Kent

£35,000 - £45,000

This isn’t just a monitoring position — you’ll lead site QA activities and own critical systems like CCPs, audits, non-conformance management and product authenticity. If you want to drive real change in quality standards and food safety, this gives you the platform to do it.

You’ll apply your technical knowledge in a hands-on, cross-functional environment, keeping things varied and dynamic. You’ll also have a clear leadership pathway, progressing towards Technical Manager or Head of Technical within a few years.

And you’re not just checking boxes — you’ll protect product authenticity and maintain customer confidence, which means upholding brand standards that really matter.

There’s also the autonomy to shape how quality is managed on site, giving you ownership of key processes and the chance to make decisions that stick. You’ll work across departments, building relationships and gaining operational insight that’ll enhance your leadership credibility.

If you have auditor qualifications or want to develop in that direction, you’ll get plenty of exposure to audits, non-conformance close-outs and compliance checks. It’s a great way to build expertise in technical assurance and regulatory standards.

What you'll do

Lead and develop the site QA team, ensuring food safety, quality and compliance across all operational areas. You’ll take ownership of key systems, shaping them with your ideas and expertise.

Manage CCPs, audits, and non-conformance tracking, giving you hands-on experience in maintaining high standards and driving improvements. You’ll also oversee product shelf-life assessments and traceability exercises, which are critical for customer satisfaction and regulatory compliance.

About the company

A food manufacturing site known for high standards and professional growth. You’ll be part of a team that takes quality seriously and supports your development in a technical-driven environment.

This is the perfect opportunity for you to step up into a Quality Manager role!