Food Safety & Quality Leader

Vickerstock; Dungannon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic agri-food client in Dungannon is seeking a Food Safety & Quality Manager to oversee their Quality & Hygiene Department. This role involves ensuring compliance with food safety and quality standards, managing audits, and improving operations through best practices. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Food Science and experience in food manufacturing quality assurance. Strong knowledge of HACCP and regulatory requirements is essential. This position offers opportunities for professional growth within a vibrant team.

Qualifications

• Experience in a quality assurance department in food manufacturing in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of food safety regulations including HACCP, GMP, and BRC.
• Experience with audits, compliance, and regulatory requirements in the food industry.

Responsibilities

• Oversee customer complaints, defect reports, and quality alerts.
• Ensure adherence to food safety, hygiene, and quality standards.
• Drive quality improvement initiatives and integrate new technologies.
• Supervise, train, and motivate quality and hygiene teams.
• Manage system audits and hygiene procedures.

Skills

Quality assurance

Food safety regulations including HACCP, GMP, BRC

Leadership skills

Education

Degree or diploma in Food Science or related field

Job description

A dynamic agri-food client in Dungannon is seeking a Food Safety & Quality Manager to oversee their Quality & Hygiene Department. This role involves ensuring compliance with food safety and quality standards, managing audits, and improving operations through best practices. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Food Science and experience in food manufacturing quality assurance. Strong knowledge of HACCP and regulatory requirements is essential. This position offers opportunities for professional growth within a vibrant team.