Quality Manager – Meat Processing

About the role

The Quality Manager will lead the food safety, quality control and regulatory compliance programmes for our meat processing facility. You will ensure that all products meet internal standards, customer expectations and legal requirements while fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Key responsibilities

• Develop, implement and maintain quality assurance systems, HACCP plans and food safety programmes in line with local and international regulations.
• Monitor raw materials, in‑process production and finished goods to verify compliance with specifications.
• Lead internal and external audits (HACCP, ISO 22000, FSSC 22000, BRC, Halal, etc.) and ensure GMP, hygiene and sanitation standards are met.
• Manage regulatory and customer compliance, product traceability, recall procedures and corrective‑action plans.
• Lead and develop the QA/QC team, delivering training on food safety, hygiene and quality standards.
• Analyse quality data, conduct root‑cause investigations and drive CAPA initiatives.
• Prepare and present regular quality performance reports to senior management.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Meat Technology, Microbiology or a related discipline.
• 5–7 years of quality assurance experience in meat processing, poultry or food manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of HACCP, ISO 22000, FSSC 22000, BRC, GMP and Halal certification requirements.
• Proven experience managing audits, regulatory inspections and customer specifications.
• Excellent leadership, communication and problem‑solving abilities.

Required skills

• HACCP implementation
• ISO 22000, FSSC 22000, BRC standards
• Halal certification processes
• Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
• MS Office suite
• Quality management software