Quality Assurance Manager

Swift Placements is recruiting on behalf of our third generation family business within the food industry, for a Quality Assurance Manager to join them on a full time permanent basis in their Preston Office. This is a real family run company with true values at the heart of everything they do. The Role: As QA Manager, you will manage the quality function for site. The role involves effectively managing the quality system on site and taking responsibility for quality performance. Among other responsibilities, you will oversee a team of Quality Assurance Assistants and monitor their performance and training, ensuring that all products meet our intended standards. This is a fully office based role Monday - Friday 8:00am - 17:00pm. Key Duties: * Maintain a working knowledge of BRCGS for Food standards as well as any changes in audit standards and industry legislation. * Ensure that the Quality Management System (QMS) meets third-party and retail requirements. * Conduct gap analysis to identify discrepancies between current practices and audit standards or legislation. * Establish action plans to address gaps and ensure ongoing compliance of the QMS. * Develop and update procedures to reflect customer codes of practice, industry legislation, and audit standard requirements. * Ensure that all relevant documentation is in line with current standards and practices. * Support the on-site trainer in effectively implementing updated company policies, procedures, and work instructions. * Provide assistance and guidance to ensure that training materials align with quality standards. * Oversee the quality of all products produced at the site. * Implement measures to maintain and improve product quality, including process improvements and corrective actions. * Attend HACCP Team meetings and contribute to discussions and decision-making. * Review documentation related to HACCP and provide input for improvements and updates. * Review trends in technical data according to business Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). * Support relevant teams with improvement plans and corrective actions based on data analysis. * Identify and raise non-conformances as per established procedures. * Take a lead role in all site audits, including preparation, execution, and follow-up actions. * Ensure that audit findings are addressed promptly and effectively. * Act as a deputy for the Technical Manager in their absence. Experience & Knowledge: * Level 3 HACCP training and Level 3 Food Safety. * Internal Auditing training. * An understanding of food microbiology. * An understanding of allergens and the management of allergens within food manufacturing. * Ability to work with Excel in terms of trending and data capture. * Experience of implementation and maintenance of a QMS to current BRC standards