Job Description

A leading player in the UK’s animal nutrition sector is seeking a dedicated and experienced Quality Manager to oversee quality operations at their site. Operating as part of a larger group, the site produces high-quality feed products and maintains a strong reputation for excellence and compliance across multiple industry standards.

Location: Ripon
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000
Shifts: 40hrs p/w onsite Monday – Friday 8.30am – 5.00pm
Benefits: 33 days Annual Leave, Healthcare cashback plan, Life Insurance 3 x Annual Salary, Salary Sacrifice Pension.

The Opportunity
Reporting directly to the Head of Group Quality and Technical, the successful candidate will be responsible for managing and enhancing site-wide quality assurance and feed safety systems. This position plays a vital role in ensuring regulatory compliance, product consistency, and continuous improvement throughout manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Leading internal and external audit processes, ensuring readiness for FEMAS, UFAS, VMD, Soil Association, and other standards.

• Maintaining and continuously improving the site’s Quality Management System.

• Managing quality control staff and the day-to-day operation of the NIR testing facility.

• Developing and monitoring quality control plans, trend analysis, and reporting.

• Ensuring compliance with SOPs and conducting regular process and site audits.

• Leading HACCP development and implementation, ensuring training and adherence across teams.

• Overseeing complaints management, from investigation through to resolution and reporting.

• Managing hygiene, pest control, and site standards including the cleaning team.

• Driving continuous improvement initiatives in collaboration with cross-functional departments.

Candidate Profile:

• Degree in a relevant discipline (e.g., Food Science, Agriculture, Animal Nutrition).

• At least 5 years of quality management experience, ideally within the feed or food production sectors.

• In-depth knowledge of HACCP and risk-based quality management systems.

• Experienced in root cause analysis, corrective action planning, and problem-solving techniques.

• Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office.

• Excellent organisational and communication skills.

• Demonstrated ability to lead, influence and implement change.

• Full UK driving licence and access to transport.

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive salary package

• 33 days annual leave (including public holidays), increasing with service

• Life assurance (3x salary)

• Pension via salary sacrifice scheme

• Corporate health cash plan and employee assistance programme

• Training and career development opportunities

• "Refer a Friend" bonus scheme