Quality Manager

  • Eko Talent
  • Kirkby, Lancashire
  • Jan 31, 2026
Full time Manufacturing

Job Description

Quality Manager - Food & Drink Industry

50,000 + Company Benefits + Overtime

Monday - Friday - 9AM - 5PM

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Quality Manager to lead site-wide quality, food safety, and compliance activities within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for maintaining the Quality Management System, driving audit readiness, and embedding a strong quality culture across the site.

Key Responsibilities

Quality & Compliance

  • Lead and maintain the site Quality Management System in line with legislation and recognised standards (e.g. GMP, HACCP, BRC).
  • Ensure product safety, quality, traceability, and specification compliance throughout manufacture.
  • Own site quality policies, procedures, and work instructions.
  • Lead internal, customer, supplier, and certification audits.
  • Manage non-conformances and CAPA, ensuring timely investigation and closure.
  • Oversee incoming, in-process, and finished product quality checks.
  • Ensure appropriate sampling, testing, and product release processes.
  • Lead, develop, and support the Quality (QA/QC) team.
  • Use quality data and KPIs to identify trends and drive improvement.
  • Support NPD and product launches to ensure quality standards are met.

Skills & Experience Required

  • Proven experience as a Quality Manager within food, drink, FMCG, supplements, or pharmaceutical manufacturing.
  • Strong knowledge of HACCP, GMP, and food safety systems.
  • Experience managing audits, CAPA, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Confident leader with excellent communication and influencing skills.
  • Highly organised, detail-focused, and able to perform under pressure.

If you are interested in this Quality Manager role, please submit an up-to-date CV through this advert or call the Eko Talent on (phone number removed).