Food Safety & Quality Systems Manager

About the Role

Key Accountabilities

👥 Lead and manage a team of 2 Quality Auditors, driving performance, engagement, and development 

🛡️ Provide expert guidance on food safety, legality, quality, and hygiene standards 

✅ Ensure quality management systems, processes, and controls are implemented      and followed 

🤝 Work closely with the Central Technical Team to implement and share best practice 

📜 Support compliance with statutory regulations and company standards 

🔧 Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality and reduce costs 

🧩 Support NPD and EPD launches, ensuring compliance with product specifications 

🚨 Manage food safety incidents and escalate where required 

🔍 Lead and support audits, ensuring corrective actions are implemented 

📢 Build strong stakeholder relationships to influence and maintain high standards 

🎓 Deliver training and coaching on food safety and compliance 

👔 Deputise for the Regional Technical Manager when required 

About You

You are a proactive and confident leader with a strong technical background in food manufacturing, capable of influencing teams and driving high standards. 

Essential Requirements 

🧪 Minimum 5 years’ experience in a Technical or Hygiene role 

🎓 Graduate calibre (Food Science, or equivalent) 

👨‍🏫 Proven leadership and team management experience 

🧠 Strong problem-solving and organisational skills 

📚 Ability to train and coach on food safety and compliance 

💬 Excellent communication and stakeholder management 

🔎 High attention to detail, even under pressure 

🚀 Passion for quality, safety, and continuous improvement 

Desirable 

🏭 Experience in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment 

🍞 Knowledge of baking processes  

🏅 Level 3 HACCP 

⚠️ IOSH Managing Safely 

🔄 Understanding of Continuous Improvement techniques 

Why Join Us?

✨ Be part of a dynamic food manufacturing environment 
📈 Make a real impact on product quality and performance 
🤝 Join a supportive and collaborative team 
🎯 Play a key role in driving standards and continuous improvement