Senior Food Safety and Quality Manager

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.