Quality Assurance Leader – Food Manufacturing & Compliance

Humdinger Limited; Heckington; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing company based in Heckington is seeking a Quality Assurance Manager to oversee quality management in its nut snacking factory. The role involves ensuring compliance with food safety standards, managing the quality team, and driving operational excellence. Ideal candidates will have experience within food manufacturing and strong knowledge of food safety systems. This full-time position offers a collaborative environment and a range of benefits including annual leave and healthcare cash plans.

Benefits

25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays

4% employer and 5% employee pension plan

Life assurance plan x4 basic salary

Healthcare cash plan

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a technical leadership role within food manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of food safety systems and regulatory compliance.
• Experience working with UK major retailers.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of quality management within the factory.
• Ensure compliance with BRC and major retailer standards.
• Support and manage allergen management and product testing.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Knowledge of food safety systems

Auditing & CI tools

Collaboration

Education

Level 3 HACCP

Food Safety qualifications

Job description

A leading food manufacturing company based in Heckington is seeking a Quality Assurance Manager to oversee quality management in its nut snacking factory. The role involves ensuring compliance with food safety standards, managing the quality team, and driving operational excellence. Ideal candidates will have experience within food manufacturing and strong knowledge of food safety systems. This full-time position offers a collaborative environment and a range of benefits including annual leave and healthcare cash plans.