Factory Technical Compliance Manager

Zest; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturer in the United Kingdom is looking for a Factory Technical Compliance Manager to oversee quality and food safety systems. The ideal candidate will have experience in technical management within the food sector, a strong understanding of HACCP standards, and excellent communication skills. This role emphasizes hands-on leadership and ensuring compliance with all applicable standards to maintain high food safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Experience in Technical Management, Quality, or Compliance within food manufacturing or retail.
• Strong working knowledge of HACCP, food safety systems, and third-party standards.
• Hands-on leadership style with strong factory floor presence.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage site-wide Quality & Food Safety Management Systems.
• Ensure compliance with customer standards, BRC, IFS, and major retailer Codes of Practice.
• Lead HACCP implementation, validation, and maintenance.

Skills

Technical Management

Quality Assurance

Compliance within food manufacturing

HACCP knowledge

Strong communication skills

Job description

Overview

A fantastic opportunity to join a successful and growing food manufacturer as they strengthen their technical team, recruiting for Factory Technical Compliance Manager for a hands-on, site-based role with real influence across operations, quality, and food safety.

This position is ideal for:

• A QA Manager ready to step up into a more senior technical leadership role,
• an experienced technical/compliance professional seeking a fresh challenge where they can apply and expand their expertise.

You\'ll thrive in this environment if you enjoy fast-paced manufacturing, being visible on the factory floor, and driving high technical standards through influence, leadership, and collaboration.

The Opportunity

You\'ll take responsibility for the site\'s Quality and Food Safety Management Systems, ensuring full compliance with legal, customer, and third-party standards. You\'ll lead audit readiness, champion HACCP, and embed best practice across all departments. The role suits someone proactive, solutions-focused, and confident in challenging and influencing at all levels. Factory engagement, coaching, and real-time problem-solving will be central to your approach.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage site-wide Quality & Food Safety Management Systems.
• Ensure compliance with customer standards, BRC, IFS, and major retailer Codes of Practice.
• Lead HACCP implementation, validation, and maintenance.
• Manage internal audit programmes and close out non-conformances on time.
• Investigate and resolve quality and food safety issues with corrective and preventive actions.
• Maintain audit-ready systems and documentation at all times.
• Provide floor-based coaching on GMP and hygiene practices.
• Lead preparation for customer and third-party audits.
• Maintain schedules, reports, documentation and traceability systems.
• Deliver training and embed a strong food safety culture.
• Support product recall and crisis management procedures.
• Contribute to continuous improvement projects impacting technical compliance.

Who We\'re Looking to Speak to

• Experience in Technical Management, Quality, or Compliance within food manufacturing or retail.
• Strong working knowledge of HACCP, food safety systems, and third-party standards.
• Familiarity with BRC, IFS, and major retailer requirements.
• Hands-on leadership style with strong factory floor presence.
• Excellent communicator with strong influencing skills.
• Strong organisational, planning, and time management capabilities.
• Competent IT skills and experience producing reports and documentation.

Personal Attributes

• Proactive and action-focused with a positive \"can do\" approach.
• Supportive, collaborative team player.
• Adaptable to change and fast-moving environments.
• Resilient under pressure, with a solution-led mindset.
• Motivated, enthusiastic, and committed to high standards.

If you\'re ready to make an impact in a visible, influential technical role, we\'d love to hear from you. Please get in touch for a confidential conversation or to register your interest.

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