Quality Manager

QA Manager - Food Production

Location:

Leeds

Contract:

Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £50,000+ per annum (DOE)

Schedule:

Monday - Friday

Are you passionate about food safety and quality? Do you thrive in a fast‑paced environment and love being hands‑on? We're looking for an experienced QA Manager to join a leading food manufacturing business and take ownership of quality assurance across the site.

This is Closet opportunity for someone who wants to make a real impact, driving continuous improvement and promoting a strong food‑safety culture. If you're ready to lead a dedicated QA team and work closely with key departments, this role is for you!

• Managing and developing the QA team, including recruitment and shift coverage.
• Implementing effective QA processes and quality assembler improvement plans.
• Leading root‑cause investigations and driving corrective actions.
• Maintaining and improving site quality management systems.
• Promoting food safety and quality culture across all departments.
• Representing the business in customer and retailer meetings.
Ensuring compliance with customer and site requirements through robust sampling plans.

• Previous experience in FMCG manufacturing (ideally food production).
• Proven leadership skills managing large teams in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong knowledge of quality systems and continuous improvement tools.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to deliver under pressure while maintaining high standards.

• Competitive salary (£50,000+ DOE)
• Company pension scheme
• Cycle‑to‑work scheme
• Employee and store discounts
• On‑site parking
• Company events

Work Location:

On‑site in Sherburn‑in‑Elmet (LS25 6PL
)

Shop‑floor focus:
Minimum 80% of your time will be spent where the action happens!

Ready to take the next step in your QA career? Apply today and join a business that values quality, innovation, and people