QA Manager

About The Role

As a QA Manager, you help make sure the food we produce is safe, legal and high quality every day. You lead the Quality Assurance team and oversee quality systems across the site. You work closely with Operations, Technical and other teams to make sure standards are followed, issues are resolved quickly and continuous improvement is part of everyday work.

• Lead and develop a high-performing Quality Assurance team across a 24/7 operation.
• Act as the site expert on food safety, quality, and legality matters.
• Ensure QA systems are robust, compliant, and continuously improved.
• Drive resolution of non-conformances and out-of-spec issues.
• Play a key role in HACCP development and auditing systems.
• Support and lead customer and third-party audits.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Operations, Hygiene, Supply Chain and Engineering.
• Deputise for the Technical Manager when required.

We believe success comes from collaboration and diverse perspectives. At Samworth Brothers, we value team players who are driven to achieve great results together.

• Proven experience in a QA leadership role within chilled high‑care food manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of HACCP, food safety standards, and auditing.
• Previous experience managing and developing teams.
• A proactive, hands‑on approach with excellent problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to thrive under pressure in a fast‑moving environment.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

We’re building a workplace where different ways of thinking are not just welcomed but supported, with clear communication, flexible processes, and a commitment to continuous improvement so everyone can thrive.

• Company pension scheme
• Access to health and well‑being support, such as healthcare, optical and dental discounts
• Employee discount scheme
• Experience annual pay reviews
• Profit related pay
• Opportunity for extended leave
• Free on‑site parking
• Unlock your potential through training and growth opportunities

We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunities employer making diversity and inclusion a core part of everything we do. We also actively welcome applications from neurodivergent individuals and are committed to a recruitment process that’s fair, respectful, and free from bias. If you need any adaptations to the application or interview process, please do let us know.