RESPONSIBILITIES
Quality & Food Safety Systems
Own and maintain the Quality Management System in line with SALSA, BRCGS, and Organic certification standards
Lead all external audits and inspections, including certification and customer audits
Ensure site compliance with food safety legislation, organic regulations, and customer codes of practice
Manage HACCP, TACCP, VACCP, food safety plans, specifications, and risk assessments
Audit & Compliance
Prepare the business for audits and act as the main point of contact for auditors and enforcement bodies
Manage non-conformances, root cause analysis, and corrective/preventive actions
Conduct internal audits and hygiene/quality inspections across the site
Ensure full traceability, mass balance, and recall/withdrawal systems are robust and tested
Organic Certification
Maintain organic certification and ensure segregation, traceability, supplier approval, and labelling compliance
Approve organic suppliers and raw materials
Support product development to ensure organic compliance from concept to launch
Supplier & Raw Material Approval
Approve and monitor suppliers, including risk assessments, audits, and documentation
Manage specifications, allergen controls, and vulnerability assessments
Handle supplier non-conformance and improvement plans
Customer & Business Support
Lead customer complaint investigations and continuous improvement actions
Support new product development, shelf-life work, and process improvements
Report on quality performance, risks, and improvement plans to senior management
REQUIREMENTS
Proven experience as a Quality Manager / Technical Manager within food manufacturing or whole foods production
Hands-on experience running SALSA and/or BRCGS systems
Strong working knowledge of organic certification standards
HACCP Level 3 or higher
Confident audit lead with successful certification history
Strong knowledge of UK food law, allergens, and food safety systems
Excellent organisational, communication, and influencing skills
Experience in organic, free-from, or whole foods sectors
Internal auditor qualification
Experience working in SME or growing food businesses
Experience supporting NPD and scaling production
WHAT WE CAN OFFER
• A dynamic and fast-paced work environment.
• Career growth and development opportunities.
• A supportive team and collaborative workplace culture.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Free organic food
• Free parking
WHAT NEXT?
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