Salary: Up to £32,000
Location: Gloucestershire (commutable to Cheltenham)
Type: Full-time
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a growing, forward-thinking food manufacturing business as a Quality & Hygiene Coordinator. This is a key role within the operation, offering the chance to take real ownership of site quality and hygiene standards while contributing to continuous improvement and business growth.
You'll play a central role in driving excellence across quality, compliance, and hygiene - leading teams, influencing standards, and helping shape best practices within a modern production environment.
Key Responsibilities
Maintain robust quality, compliance, and food safety documentation in line with legal and customer requirements
Lead factory inspections, internal audits, and hygiene verification activities, ensuring corrective actions are effectively implemented
Monitor product quality performance, identify trends, and provide clear reporting to stakeholders
Oversee daily QC checks and product assessments, ensuring consistent high standards
Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including complaint reduction and process enhancements
Support new product introductions, ensuring quality processes and documentation are in place
Contribute to HACCP and food safety systems, providing subject matter expertise
Manage site hygiene standards, including cleaning regimes, PPE, and chemical controls
Coach and develop teams to foster a strong culture of quality and food safety
Lead and develop the Hygiene and QC teams, including recruitment and performance management
Support the implementation of modern, efficient quality systems and digital solutionsAbout You
Solid experience in food manufacturing quality and hygiene
Strong understanding of food safety standards, audits, and compliance
Proven ability to lead, engage, and develop teams
Detail-oriented with excellent organisational and problem-solving skills
Confident communicator, able to influence across all levels
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment
IT literate (Excel, Word, Outlook)Why Apply?
Join a growing business with real career progression opportunities
Work within a modern, well-invested facility
Play a visible, impactful role in shaping quality standards
Collaborative environment where your ideas and improvements are valuedBenefits include:
Competitive salary package
Generous holiday allowance
Pension scheme
Employee wellbeing support
On-site parkingIf you're looking for a role where you can make a genuine impact and grow with the business, this is an excellent opportunity to take the next step in your career
Salary description
£32000.00 - £35000.00 per year