Quality Assurance Manager

4 weeks ago


Brackley, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom Avara Foods Full time

About the Role:

Avara Foods is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Quality Assurance Manager to join our team at our Wednesbury site. As a key member of our quality team, you will be responsible for ensuring the highest standards of product quality, legality, and safety.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage the QA team to ensure effective implementation of quality procedures and protocols.
  • Collaborate with production, engineering, and other functions to ensure seamless quality control.
  • Develop and maintain quality management systems, including HACCP and Food Defence.
  • Investigate customer complaints and implement corrective actions.
  • Provide support to the Technical NPD coordinator and production team.
  • Manage external service providers, including pest control and laboratory services.
  • Work closely with HR to ensure disciplinary, grievance, and absence procedures are followed.
  • Member of the HACCP and Food Defence team.
  • Support the implementation of a robust food safety culture on site and quality initiatives.
  • Internal auditing QMS.
  • Lead 3rd party audits and customer visits.

Requirements:

  • Relevant scientific or food-related qualifications (Degree desirable).
  • Practical working knowledge of BRCGS and retailer requirements.
  • Experience working with major retailers, including leading audits.
  • HACCP and Food safety qualifications.
  • Internal auditing training.
  • Basic understanding of microbiology and potential consequences to food safety and quality.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders of all levels.

The Benefits of Working for Avara Foods:

As a Quality Assurance Manager, you will enjoy a secure, supportive, and progressive working environment, where your contribution and achievements will be recognised and rewarded. We offer comprehensive training, continuous development, and a range of benefits, including:

  • Competitive salary (£32,000 per annum).
  • Additional shift allowance.
  • 31 days holiday allowance.
  • 6% pension.
  • Life assurance/insurance.
  • Various lifestyle benefits, including cashback perks, exclusive shopping discounts, and discounted cinema tickets.
  • Wellbeing resources, including free online health advice and support.
  • Free staff parking.


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