Compliance Coordinator

Humdinger; Wirral; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food manufacturing sector is seeking a Compliance Coordinator in Wirral. The role involves ensuring adherence to internal standards through audits, managing non-conformance reports, and leading compliance projects. Candidates should have experience with internal audits, food hygiene certification, and proficiency in digital platforms.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension scheme with 4% employer contribution

Life assurance (x4 basic salary)

Health care cash plan and employee discounts

Salary sacrifice schemes for holiday, cycle, and electric car

Family leave policies above statutory minimum

Engagement, volunteering, and wellbeing programs

Staff discounts, recognition schemes, and training opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in internal auditing, preferably in food manufacturing.
• Understanding of customer and retailer standards.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update internal audits on the iAuditor system.
• Conduct GAP analyses and ensure compliance with retailer codes.
• Manage non-conformance reports and trend analysis.

Skills

Internal Auditing

Food Hygiene

Communication

Organizational Skills

Digital Audit Platforms

Education

Food Hygiene Level 2 certification

Tools

iAuditor

Job description

Humdinger, Bromborough

We are seeking a Compliance Coordinator to ensure adherence to site and external standards, including internal audits, non-conformances, iAuditor compliance, validation projects, and KPI reporting.

Position details

• Type: Full-time, Permanent
• Hours: 37.5 per week
• Shift: Monday - Friday, 08:30 - 16:30
• Salary: £25,000 - £30,000 (dependent on experience)
• Breaks: 30 minutes

Key responsibilities

1. Maintain and update internal audits (GMP, Glass & Plastic, Fabrication) on the iAuditor system.
2. Conduct GAP analyses and ensure compliance with retailer codes of practice.
3. Keep retailer audit templates current in iAuditor.
4. Manage non-conformance reports and trend analysis.
5. Identify trends, root causes, and implement preventative actions.
6. Ensure timely closure of actions and present data at meetings.
7. Manage the audit schedule and ensure compliance with standards.
8. Provide internal audit training and maintain auditor independence.
9. Develop and update the iAuditor system, including SKU updates and transitioning to paperless audits.
10. Support continuous improvement and KPI reporting, including taste panel analysis.
11. Lead site-specific projects and update SOPs for new equipment.
12. Work with external auditors and manage expectations.
13. Support site validations and heat mapping.

Qualifications and skills

• Experience in internal auditing, preferably in food manufacturing.
• Food Hygiene Level 2 certification or higher.
• Understanding of customer and retailer standards.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work with external auditors.
• Proficiency with digital audit platforms like iAuditor.
• Organized, deadline-driven, and able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Pension scheme with 4% employer contribution
• Life assurance (x4 basic salary)
• Health care cash plan and employee discounts
• Salary sacrifice schemes for holiday, cycle, and electric car
• Family leave policies above statutory minimum
• Engagement, volunteering, and wellbeing programs
• Staff discounts, recognition schemes, and training opportunities

About Humdinger

Humdinger, part of Zertus UK & Ireland, transforms coco, nuts, seeds, fruit, and pulses into snacks and chocolates. With a growing portfolio, we are committed to quality and innovation, producing brands like NOMO, Sun Valley Nuts, Kinnerton Kids, and collaborations with Bailey's, Guinness, and Budweiser.

We are an equal opportunity employer, celebrating diversity and inclusion. Our recruitment process involves application review, interviews, and possibly a factory tour. Please inform us of any special arrangements needed for your interview.