Overview: The successful individual will oversee manufacturing from a technical perspective, management & coordination of the approvals, regulatory requirements and quality systems.
Reporting to the MD, the successful individual will have the following: Diploma or higher in a Food Science/Technology 5+ years of progressive experience in a food manufacturing environment.
Minimum of 3 years in a managerial or supervisory role.
In-depth knowledge of food manufacturing processes, quality control procedures, food safety regulations, and industry best practices Comprehensive knowledge of food safety regulations (e.g., FDA, HACCP, GMP), quality management systems (e.g., ISO), and relevant certifications (e.g., SQF, BRC) Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong organisational and project management abilities.
Accurate attention to detail skills.
Proven ability to lead and motivate teams.
Working within the senior management team, key responsibilities of the role will include: Support the development & roll-out of the strategic vision of the business.
Drive and implement plant wide process and quality system improvements.
Customer presentations and management of the technical and quality projects with the customer base.
Perform as a strategic partner at a management level to head the Food Safety & Quality function and to influence change and new processes.
Lead the HACCP team for the purpose of ensuring a fully integrated food safety business model drives the operation.
Establish networking with supporting food safety bodies such as FSAI, Campden, BRI and other relevant governing bodies.
Lead and direct different cross-functional programs and projects.
Be the key challenging food safety player during the introduction of new products and new engineering processes/equipment.
Oversee the risk assessment programme for raw materials, suppliers, process activities and new process introduction within the production facility.
Full details job description available.
Comprehensive salary & package on offer to the successful individual.
Skills: Food Science Food Nutrition Food Quality Systems Food Quality Food Technology