Quality Assurance Manager

1 week ago


Blackburn, Blackburn with Darwen, United Kingdom Valeo Foods UK Full time
At Valeo Foods UK, we're the creative force behind an array of beloved brands spanning indulgence, innovation, and tradition.

From the iconic crunch of Kettle Crisps to the pure sweetness of Rowse Honey, and the rich heritage of Matthew Walker puddings, our portfolio reflects our commitment to quality and diversity.

But that's not all - our family of brands extends further, encompassing an exciting array of products and experiences.

Whether it's the Wild West flavours of New World Foods, the nostalgic joy of Barratt sweets, or the timeless appeal of Metcalfe Popcorn, each brand carries its own unique story, flavour, and charm.

Hey there, food safety and quality champions Valeo Foods UK, is on the lookout for a dynamic Site QA Supervisor to join our passionate team in Blackburn


At Valeo Foods UK, we're more than just a confectionary company—we're a family dedicated to crafting delicious treats that bring joy to millions.

As Site QA Supervisor, you'll play a pivotal role in championing a collaborative food safety and quality culture within our QA and operations team.


Your Quest:
You'll lead the way in promoting cross-functional working to make food safety and quality everyone's responsibility. With your expert guidance, our QA team will continuously improve how we manage food safety and quality. You'll develop and coach our team, setting clear objectives and ensuring their training and development needs are met.

Lead and direct the QA team to ensure effective management of food safety and quality.

  • Ensure factory compliance to customer policies, external certification, and GMP standards.
  • Oversee incident management and drive continuous improvement through data-driven investigations.
  • Manage internal audit programs to improve standards and quality.
  • Handle customer interactions, audits, and complaints effectively and with professionalism.
  • Drive right-first-time approaches to production and ensure effective performance against KPIs.
Degree in Food Science or related discipline.

  • Experience in FMCG or similar environment, with supervisory experience.
  • Knowledge of QMS, gap analysis and risk assessment
  • Food Safety Level 3
  • HACCP Level 3 qualification and experience in retailer quality systems.
  • Project management skills and BRC compliance awareness.

Qualities We're Seeking:

  • Relationship-building skills, both internally and externally.
  • If you're passionate about ensuring food safety and quality while driving continuous improvement, we want you on our team Come be a part of our family at Valeo Foods UK and help us spread joy, one delicious treat at a time


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