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Senior Food Safety and Quality Manager

Job description

Have you managed a technical team within high and or low risk food manufacturing?

Do you want opportunity to make a real impact in a key senior technical role?

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My client who is a leading UK food manufacturing business based in Lincolnshire is seeking a Senior Food Safety & Quality Manager to join their Technical team at a high-risk, fast-paced production site. This role is key to ensuring product safety, technical compliance, and driving continuous improvement across site operations.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead a team of Food Safety & Quality Managers and QA Auditors.
  • Maintain HACCP systems, food safety standards, and technical documentation.
  • Ensure site readiness for customer and third-party audits (BRC, retailer standards).
  • Monitor and improve product quality, traceability, and environmental hygiene.
  • Support new technologies, systems, and site projects ensuring technical compliance.
  • Promote a culture of food safety, coaching and developing your team.

Requirements:

  • Degree or equivalent in a food or science-related discipline.
  • Strong experience in quality or technical management within the food industry.
  • Solid understanding of HACCP, BRCGS, food legislation, and auditing.
  • Leadership skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams.

What’s on Offer:

  • £55,000 - £60,000
  • Monday - Friday
  • Supportive site leadership and career development potential.