Quality Assurance LeadCambridgeshire On-site Monday-FridayAre you a hands-on quality professional who loves leading teams, solving problems, and setting high standards? Our client, a fast-growing food manufacturing business, is looking for a Quality Assurance Lead to join their site in Cambridgeshire. The Role Reporting to the Quality Manager, you will take ownership of the day-to-day quality agenda on site. This is a visible, hands-on role where you''ll be on the factory floor, coaching your team, supporting audits, managing complaints, and ensuring every product leaving site meets exacting standards. Key ResponsibilitiesDrive improvements in factory standards through strong cross-functional collaborationEnsure production teams understand and meet quality expectationsLead and support internal and external auditsMaintain product quality through: Sensory evaluationQC checks and accurate record-keepingMicrobiological and chemical testing (batch and non-batch)Manage customer complaints from investigation through CAPA to closureSupport root cause analysis with other functionsEscalate food safety issues when requiredReport KPIs to site and central teamsLead, coach, and develop your QA team through regular 1-to-1s, performance management, and annual development plansWhat We''re Looking ForProven experience in a quality leadership role within food manufacturingStrong working knowledge of food safety and quality systems (HACCP, GFSI, etc.)Confident communicator, able to influence ..... full job details .....