Deputy QA Manager

Benefits 

• Company contribution pension
• Life insurance scheme
• Holiday Club
• Employee benefits platform
• Employee Assistance Programme and 24/7 GP access
• Increasing annual leave entitlement based on length of service

About Prima

At Prima, we've spent 30 years building a reputation for quality, service and doing what we say we'll do.

Behind every customer order, delivery and product leaving our sites is a team of passionate people who each bring their own strengths, ideas and personality to the business. From Production and Engineering to Logistics, Sales, Customer Service and People & Culture, everyone plays a part in helping us deliver for our customers across the UK and around the world.

Our success is built on our values of Passion, Respect, Integrity, Motivation and Ambition. 

The Role

As we continue to grow, we're looking for a Deputy QA Manager to join our QA team.

This is an opportunity to play an important role within the business, helping to support the effective management of Prima’s food safety and quality management systems.

You'll work closely with the QA Manager, QC and Hygiene teams as well as the Production team to ensure compliance, audit readiness and best practice across the site. The work you do will help support our customers, colleagues and wider business, making a real contribution to Prima's continued growth and success.

No two days are quite the same, so we're looking for someone who is organised, proactive and enjoys working in a fast-paced environment.

What You'll Be Doing

• Supporting the management and coordination of the Food Safety & Quality Management System (FSQMS).
• Coordinating and supporting internal audits and assisting with external audits (including BRCGS and Halal).
• Supporting the management and review of HACCP plans, including planning, and attending HACCP meetings.
• Assisting with the investigation of internal incidents, non-conformances, and customer complaints.
• Supporting microbiological and chemical testing, environmental swabbing, product sampling, and interpretation of results.
• Support with investigations and root cause analysis for ‘out of specification’ results.
• Supporting traceability, recall and mass balance exercises.
• Providing day-to-day support, coaching and development to QA Coordinators and QA technicians.
• Working collaboratively with QC, Hygiene and Operations teams.
• Supporting scrape-down and clean-down activities and their planning activities.
• Assisting in the management of the Pest Control System and Waste Management.
• Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives across food safety, quality, and compliance.

About You

We're looking for someone who takes pride in their work, enjoys building positive relationships and wants to make a difference as part of a supportive team.

You'll be organised, dependable and able to manage changing priorities whilst maintaining a high standard of work.

You'll ideally have:

• Knowledge of microbiology and microbes affecting high risk product and the ability to interpret microbiological results
• Level 3 HACCP Qualification (minimum), with experience in drawing flow diagrams and review the HACCP plan.
• Level 3 Food Safety in Manufacturing.
• Internal Auditor Training (BRCGS or equivalent).
• Experience supporting BRCGS audits, investigations, and corrective actions.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Experience supervising others, with strong people skills and a supportive, coaching approach.
• A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with great attention to detail.
• A values-driven approach aligned to the Prima values.
• Strong communication skills.
• Good IT skills.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Why Join Prima?

• Be part of a business with a proud history and exciting plans for the future.
• Join a team where people genuinely support one another.
• Work in an environment where your contribution is recognised and valued.
• Learn, develop and build your knowledge through training and ongoing support.
• Work alongside passionate people who take pride in what they do.
• Be part of a company that invests in its people, products and customers.

Development & Support

We believe our people are our greatest strength. Whether you're joining us with years of experience or looking to develop your career further, we'll give you the support, training and opportunities to help you succeed.

Our people are key to our success. We're committed to providing a supportive and inclusive environment, alongside training and development opportunities to help you grow your career with Prima.

Prima is an inclusive and diverse workplace. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact: peopleandculture@primacheese.com

Interested?

We'd love to hear from you.

If you're looking for a role where your contribution matters and you can build a rewarding career as part of a supportive team, we'd love to hear from you.

Bring your skills, experience and personality and Be Part of the Mix. 

👉 Apply via: www.primacheese.com/careers 

Closing Date: 4^th September 2026