Quality Director Recruitment
Quality Director Recruitment for Food Manufacturing
Quality Director Recruitment for Food Manufacturing
Finding the right Quality Director is critical for maintaining BRC, IFS, and FSSC 22000 certifications while driving continuous improvement in your food manufacturing operation. Our quality director recruitment service identifies leaders who can achieve AA+ audit ratings, implement robust food safety cultures, and manage complex allergen control programs across multi-site operations.
Quality Director Recruitment for Food Manufacturing
Finding the right Quality Director is critical for maintaining BRC, IFS, and FSSC 22000 certifications while driving continuous improvement in your food manufacturing operation. Our quality director recruitment service identifies leaders who can achieve AA+ audit ratings, implement robust food safety cultures, and manage complex allergen control programs across multi-site operations.
Typical Quality Director Requirements:
10+ years quality leadership in food manufacturing
BRC AA/AA+ audit experience essential
Strong knowledge of HACCP, IFS, FSSC 22000
Experience with retailer audits and specifications
Allergen management expertise
Technical degree (Food Science/Technology preferred)
Leadership of quality teams (5-20+ people)
Multi-site experience advantageous
Sectors We Recruit For:
Bakery and Confectionery
Dairy and Cheese Production
Ready Meals and Chilled Foods
Meat Processing and Butchery
Ambient Foods and Ingredients
Plant-Based and Vegan Foods
Beverage Manufacturing
Salary Ranges (2025):
Southeast: £82,000 - £95,000
Midlands: £75,000 - £88,000
North: £72,000 - £85,000
Scotland/Wales: £70,000 - £83,000
Why Our Quality Director Recruitment Works:
We understand that Quality Directors need specialized knowledge of food manufacturing regulations, retailer standards, and audit protocols. Our candidates have proven track records of achieving top-tier BRC ratings, managing product recalls, implementing TACCP/VACCP programs, and building high-performing quality teams. Every Quality Director placement comes with our Williams365 guarantee, giving you a full year to ensure they can successfully navigate your audit cycle and seasonal production challenges.
Typical Benefits:
Company car or £8-10k allowance
Performance bonus 15-25%
Private healthcare (single or family)
Pension contribution 6-10%
Professional development budget
Recent Quality Director Placements:
Quality Director - Premium Bakery (BRC AA to AA+ in 8 months)
Group Quality Manager - Dairy Cooperative (3-site operation)
Technical Director - Ready Meals (Launched 15 NPD projects)
Quality Director - Confectionery (Achieved zero non-conformances)
Typical Quality Director Requirements:
10+ years quality leadership in food manufacturing
BRC AA/AA+ audit experience essential
Strong knowledge of HACCP, IFS, FSSC 22000
Experience with retailer audits and specifications
Allergen management expertise
Technical degree (Food Science/Technology preferred)
Leadership of quality teams (5-20+ people)
Multi-site experience advantageous
Typical Benefits:
Company car or £8-10k allowance
Performance bonus 15-25%
Private healthcare (single or family)
Pension contribution 6-10%
Professional development budget
Why Our Quality Director Recruitment Works:
We understand that Quality Directors need specialized knowledge of food manufacturing regulations, retailer standards, and audit protocols. Our candidates have proven track records of achieving top-tier BRC ratings, managing product recalls, implementing TACCP/VACCP programs, and building high-performing quality teams. Every Quality Director placement comes with our Williams365 guarantee, giving you a full year to ensure they can successfully navigate your audit cycle and seasonal production challenges.
Salary Ranges (2025):
Southeast: £82,000 - £95,000
Midlands: £75,000 - £88,000
North: £72,000 - £85,000
Scotland/Wales: £70,000 - £83,000
Sectors We Recruit For:
Bakery and Confectionery
Dairy and Cheese Production
Ready Meals and Chilled Foods
Meat Processing and Butchery
Ambient Foods and Ingredients
Plant-Based and Vegan Foods
Beverage Manufacturing
Recent Quality Director Placements:
Quality Director - Premium Bakery (BRC AA to AA+ in 8 months)
Group Quality Manager - Dairy Cooperative (3-site operation)
Technical Director - Ready Meals (Launched 15 NPD projects)
Quality Director - Confectionery (Achieved zero non-conformances)
Typical Quality Director Requirements:
10+ years quality leadership in food manufacturing
BRC AA/AA+ audit experience essential
Strong knowledge of HACCP, IFS, FSSC 22000
Experience with retailer audits and specifications
Allergen management expertise
Technical degree (Food Science/Technology preferred)
Leadership of quality teams (5-20+ people)
Multi-site experience advantageous
Salary Ranges (2025):
Southeast: £82,000 - £95,000
Midlands: £75,000 - £88,000
North: £72,000 - £85,000
Scotland/Wales: £70,000 - £83,000
Typical Benefits:
Company car or £8-10k allowance
Performance bonus 15-25%
Private healthcare (single or family)
Pension contribution 6-10%
Professional development budget
Sectors We Recruit For:
Bakery and Confectionery
Dairy and Cheese Production
Ready Meals and Chilled Foods
Meat Processing and Butchery
Ambient Foods and Ingredients
Plant-Based and Vegan Foods
Beverage Manufacturing
Why Our Quality Director Recruitment Works:
We understand that Quality Directors need specialized knowledge of food manufacturing regulations, retailer standards, and audit protocols. Our candidates have proven track records of achieving top-tier BRC ratings, managing product recalls, implementing TACCP/VACCP programs, and building high-performing quality teams. Every Quality Director placement comes with our Williams365 guarantee, giving you a full year to ensure they can successfully navigate your audit cycle and seasonal production challenges.
Recent Quality Director Placements:
Quality Director - Premium Bakery (BRC AA to AA+ in 8 months)
Group Quality Manager - Dairy Cooperative (3-site operation)
Technical Director - Ready Meals (Launched 15 NPD projects)
Quality Director - Confectionery (Achieved zero non-conformances)
Your Full-Cycle Talent Partner
Recruitment shouldn't be a one-off transaction; it should be an ongoing strategic advantage. Williams365 is our dedicated partnership model designed to give you 365-day access to talent pipelines and market insights. By embedding our expertise into your business, we ensure you’re always prepared for growth, no matter the season.
Recruitment shouldn't be a one-off transaction; it should be an ongoing strategic advantage. Williams365 is our dedicated partnership model designed to give you 365-day access to talent pipelines and market insights. By embedding our expertise into your business, we ensure you’re always prepared for growth, no matter the season.
Recruitment shouldn't be a one-off transaction; it should be an ongoing strategic advantage. Williams365 is our dedicated partnership model designed to give you 365-day access to talent pipelines and market insights. By embedding our expertise into your business, we ensure you’re always prepared for growth, no matter the season.
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If you’re tired of "CV trash" and ready for a strategic hiring partner who cares as much about your results as you do, let’s talk.
Ready to Stop Settling?
If you’re tired of "CV trash" and ready for a strategic hiring partner who cares as much about your results as you do, let’s talk.