11 jobs in manucomm recruitment

manucomm recruitment is looking for a Junior QA Assistant to join a growing food manufacturing business in Somerset. In this full-time role, you will monitor food safety standards and quality control processes.

Assisting the Technical Manager, you will ensure compliance with HACCP and legal standards while managing quality documentation. Ideal candidates may have experience in food manufacturing or a relevant degree in Food Science.

This position offers a salary of £30,000 – £33,000 DOE plus benefits and 30 days of holiday.

manucomm recruitment is seeking a reliable Production Operative for a permanent role in Melksham. The position involves working rotating shifts, ensuring food safety, quality, and adhering to health & safety standards.

Candidates should be motivated to learn and develop within a supportive manufacturing environment, with opportunities for overtime and a range of employee benefits, including holiday entitlement, health plans, and training.

manucomm recruitment is seeking Permanent Production Operatives for a market-leading dairy drinks manufacturer located in Wincanton, Somerset. The role offers competitive pay between £13.00 and £13.50 per hour depending on experience.

As part of a friendly team of 6, your duties will include operating production machinery, quality checks, and adhering to food safety standards. The position features rotating shifts, providing an opportunity for growth in a low turnover environment.

manucomm recruitment seeks a Technical Manager for a growing food manufacturing firm in Trowbridge, England. This is a senior position where you'll lead technical strategy, ensuring quality and compliance throughout the operations. A competitive salary and numerous benefits are offered, including life assurance and 25 days holiday.

The ideal candidate should possess excellent leadership skills and a degree in Food Technology, with significant experience in technical roles within the food, drink, or FMCG sectors.

Quality Manager

We are seeking a proactive and hands‑on Quality & Technical Manager to lead food safety, quality assurance, and technical compliance within a fast‑paced food manufacturing environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Quality Manager, Technical Assistant ready for the next step, or an established Technical Manager looking for a new challenge. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining high standards of food safety, quality, and regulatory compliance while supporting continuous improvement across the business.

The role requires a strong presence on the factory floor, working closely with production teams to ensure products consistently meet customer, legal, and company standards.

• Lead and manage all quality and technical systems across the site.
• Maintain and continuously improve the Quality Management System (QMS).
• Manage and develop HACCP plans and food safety systems.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant food safety, legal, and customer requirements.
• Drive a culture of quality, food safety, and continuous improvement throughout the business.

• Plan, conduct, and oversee internal audits.
• Lead preparations for third‑party, customer, and certification audits.

• Act as the primary technical contact for customers and external stakeholders.
• Manage customer specifications, technical queries, and quality‑related issues.
• Oversee supplier approval processes and ongoing supplier performance reviews.
• Support investigations into customer complaints and implement effective corrective actions.

• Provide technical input during new product development and product change projects.
• Review product specifications, packaging, and labelling to ensure compliance with legal and customer requirements.

• Previous experience in a Quality, Technical, or Food Safety role within a food manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of HACCP principles and food safety management systems.
• Experience working with recognised food safety standards and accreditation schemes (e.g. BRCGS, SALSA, ISO standards or equivalent).
• Understanding of food safety legislation, labelling requirements, and regulatory compliance.
• Experience managing audits and dealing with customers and external auditors.

• Competitive salary.
• Career development and progression opportunities.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Opportunity to play a key role in the growth and success of a dynamic food manufacturing business.

Quality Manager

We are seeking a proactive and hands‑on Quality & Technical Manager to lead food safety, quality assurance, and technical compliance within a fast‑paced food manufacturing environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Quality Manager, Technical Assistant ready for the next step, or an established Technical Manager looking for a new challenge. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining high standards of food safety, quality, and regulatory compliance while supporting continuous improvement across the business.

The role requires a strong presence on the factory floor, working closely with production teams to ensure products consistently meet customer, legal, and company standards.

• Lead and manage all quality and technical systems across the site.
• Maintain and continuously improve the Quality Management System (QMS).
• Manage and develop HACCP plans and food safety systems.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant food safety, legal, and customer requirements.
• Drive a culture of quality, food safety, and continuous improvement throughout the business.

• Plan, conduct, and oversee internal audits.
• Lead preparations for third‑party, customer, and certification audits.

• Act as the primary technical contact for customers and external stakeholders.
• Manage customer specifications, technical queries, and quality‑related issues.
• Oversee supplier approval processes and ongoing supplier performance reviews.
• Support investigations into customer complaints and implement effective corrective actions.

• Provide technical input during new product development and product change projects.
• Review product specifications, packaging, and labelling to ensure compliance with legal and customer requirements.

• Previous experience in a Quality, Technical, or Food Safety role within a food manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of HACCP principles and food safety management systems.
• Experience working with recognised food safety standards and accreditation schemes (e.g. BRCGS, SALSA, ISO standards or equivalent).
• Understanding of food safety legislation, labelling requirements, and regulatory compliance.
• Experience managing audits and dealing with customers and external auditors.

• Competitive salary.
• Career development and progression opportunities.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Opportunity to play a key role in the growth and success of a dynamic food manufacturing business.

manucomm recruitment is looking for a Quality Manager in Honiton, United Kingdom to oversee food safety and quality assurance in a dynamic food manufacturing environment.

The successful candidate will lead technical compliance and continuous improvement while collaborating closely with production teams.

This role offers the opportunity for career advancement, competitive salary, and ongoing professional development.

manucomm recruitment is seeking a proactive Quality Manager to oversee food safety, quality assurance, and compliance in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The role involves maintaining high standards and continuous improvement across the business.

The successful candidate will manage quality systems, conduct audits, and liaise with customers and suppliers. An understanding of HACCP principles and proven experience with food safety standards is essential. Competitive salary and career development opportunities are available.

Junior QA Assistant / Quality Assistant (Food Manufacturing)

Location: Ditcheat, Somerset (near Shepton Mallet, Wincanton, Yeovil, Wells)
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent (Day Shift – 37.5 hours)
Salary: £30,000 – £33,000 DOE + Benefits + 30 Days Holiday (incl. Bank Holidays)

Job Overview
We are recruiting for a Junior QA Assistant / Quality Assistant to join a growing, award‑winning food manufacturing business in Somerset. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop a career in food safety, quality assurance, and food technology within a supportive technical team. Reporting to the Technical Manager, you will play a key role in maintaining food safety standards, quality control processes, and compliance across production.

• Monitor food production processes to ensure compliance with food safety, HACCP, and quality standards
• Complete and maintain quality assurance documentation and records
• Carry out internal audits, hygiene inspections, and GMP checks
• Support customer complaint investigations, microbiological testing, and non‑conformance reporting
• Assist with continuous improvement and product development projects
• Ensure compliance with BRC, legal, and customer requirements

• Previous experience in food manufacturing, QA, QC, or quality assurance is helpful but not essential
• Knowledge of HACCP, food safety, and hygiene standards
• Internal auditing experience (desirable)
• Background in dairy, cheese, or FMCG food production (advantageous but not essential)
• Strong organisation, communication, and IT skills
• Degree in Food Science / Food Technology or similar (preferred but not essential)

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Easily commutable from: Shepton Mallet, Wincanton, Yeovil, Wells, Frome, Radstock, Bruton, Evercreech, Paulton, and Trowbridge.

If you're looking for a Junior QA job in food manufacturing or a Quality Assistant role in Somerset, apply today to take the next step in your food safety and quality career.