Quality Manager

• Lead the quality function for an FMCG manufacturer in Greater Manchester
• Influence site-wide quality strategy and develop high-performing Quality teams

Our client is a well-established and highly respected manufacturing business serving a diverse customer base across the UK and Europe. Operating within a complex and regulated production environment, the organisation is committed to delivering high-quality products, operational excellence and continuous improvement. Due to ongoing growth and investment, they are seeking an experienced Quality Manager to join their leadership team.

This is a key leadership position responsible for developing and delivering the site's quality strategy, ensuring products, processes and systems consistently meet customer, regulatory and business requirements. Working as a member of the Site Leadership Team, you will champion quality standards across the operation, driving a culture of compliance, accountability and continuous improvement. You will act as the subject matter expert for quality management, leading audits, managing quality systems, overseeing quality control activities and supporting business-wide initiatives that enhance product quality and operational performance.

• Develop and deliver the site quality strategy aligned to group and divisional objectives.
• Develop, maintain and continuously improve the Quality Management System.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory, customer and industry standards.
• Lead, mentor and develop the QA, QC and Hygiene teams.
• Act as the primary contact for customer audits, regulatory inspections and certification activities.
• Monitor, analyse and report on quality performance metrics and KPIs.
• Lead investigations into quality incidents, driving root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Partner with Production, Supply Chain and HSE teams to embed quality throughout the operation.
• Drive improvements in hygiene management and contamination control practices.
• Assess the impact of changes to processes, equipment and people on product quality and compliance.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement through quality‑focused initiatives and best practice.

The ideal candidate will be an experienced Quality professional with a strong background in manufacturing and regulated production environments.

• Proven experience leading quality functions within manufacturing, chemical, FMCG or process industries.
• History of development and implementation of site QMS.
• Strong knowledge of Quality Management Systems, including ISO 9001, GMP and associated quality standards.
• Experience managing customer audits, regulatory inspections and certification processes.
• Excellent understanding of root cause analysis and corrective action methodologies.
• Strong leadership skills with experience developing and managing quality teams.
• The ability to influence stakeholders at all levels and drive cultural change.
• A continuous improvement mindset;
  Lean and Six Sigma knowledge would be advantageous.
• Degree‑level qualification in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Quality Management or a related discipline (advantageous).
• Professional qualifications such as ISO Lead Auditor or Six Sigma certification would be beneficial.

• Senior level package inclusive of competitve salary, performance related bonus and car allowance

If you are ready to take the next step in your career as a Quality Manager within the FMCG industry, we encourage you to apply today.