Quality Assurance Manager

Dubizzle Limited; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food production company in Scotland is seeking a Quality Assurance Manager to ensure the highest standards of food safety and quality. This role involves leading the QA team, maintaining HACCP systems, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a qualification in food science, and a Level 4 HACCP certification. Competitive benefits include 31 days annual leave and employee discounts.

Benefits

31 days annual leave

25% Discount in Butcher Shop

Employee Discount Platform

Refer a Friend Scheme

Free Car Parking

Subsidised Canteen

Long Service Awards

Bike to Work Scheme

Training and Development

GroceryAid Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Experience in managing audits with external stakeholders.
• Proven track record in food safety compliance.
• Knowledge of animal welfare standards.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with food safety and quality standards.
• Maintain and develop HACCP and quality systems.
• Lead and manage the QA team.
• Conduct internal audits and support external audits.
• Investigate non-conformances and implement corrective actions.
• Monitor and report on quality performance KPIs.

Skills

HACCP knowledge

Food Safety compliance

Leadership skills

Communication

Problem-solving skills

Education

Qualification in Food Science or related discipline

Level 4 HACCP certification

Job description

Overview

Kepak McIntosh Donald is a globally recognised brand and the largest red meat producer in Scotland; raised on open pastures, sourced from local farmers and hand-selected by our master butchers, we produce beef and lamb products with integrity and unmatched quality assurance.

Job Purpose

To lead the Quality Assurance function within the primary processing unit, ensuring the highest standards of food safety, quality, animal welfare, and ethical compliance. This role is pivotal in maintaining regulatory and customer standards, driving continuous improvement, and fostering a culture of accountability, food safety and quality excellence.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with food safety, legality, and quality standards.


• Maintain and develop HACCP and quality systems.


• Lead and manage the QA team to meet departmental objectives.


• Reporting to the Food Safety & Quality Manager.


• Conduct internal audits and support external audits.


• Investigate non-conformances and implement corrective actions.


• Provide training and support on quality and food safety procedures.


• Liaise with production and technical teams to resolve quality issues.


• Monitor and report on KPIs related to quality performance.


• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across the site.


• Ensure customer specifications and requirements are met consistently.

ROLE QUALIFICATION & SKILLS

• Qualification in Food Science, Food Technology, or related discipline.


• Level 4 HACCP certification (required).


• Auditing (internal and external) experience required.


• Strong knowledge of HACCP, BRCGS, GMP, TACCP, VACCP, and UK/EU food safety regulations.


• Experience in managing audits and liaising with external stakeholders.


• Proven track record in food safety compliance and quality systems management.


• Knowledge of animal welfare standards.


• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Rewards & Benefits

• 31 days annual leave per year (after probation).


• 25% Discount in our Butcher Shop.


• Employee Discount Platform - WrkIt platform offers discounts and cashback with hundreds of brands for all Kepak employees.


• Refer a Friend Scheme - Get up to £500 for successfully referring a friend or family member to Kepak Group.


• Free Car Parking - Our Kepak site has a dedicated staff car parking facility, free to use for all colleagues.


• Subsidised Canteen - On-site canteen serving multiple hot food options.


• Long Service Awards - Recognising and rewarding long-serving employees.


• Bike to Work Scheme - Salary sacrifice scheme to buy a bike and safety equipment, reducing taxable income.


• Training and Development - Structured onboarding, regular training (online and in-person), and clear paths for career progression.


• GroceryAid Employee Assistance Program - Providing emotional, practical and financial support.