Group Technical Auditor

Zest Recruitment; Greater Lincolnshire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is looking for a Group Technical Auditor to ensure compliance and high-quality standards across multiple UK manufacturing sites. The successful candidate will lead audits, work closely with suppliers, and drive continuous improvement. A lead auditor qualification and extensive experience in food manufacturing are essential. This role offers a salary range of £40,000 - £50,000, alongside the opportunity to influence at all levels in the organization.

Qualifications

• Lead Auditor qualification is essential.
• Extensive auditing experience within food manufacturing.
• Strong working knowledge of BRC and HACCP.
• Proven ability to lead and develop teams across multiple sites.
• Experience with UK retailers and their standards.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to influence at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead internal and external audits across all UK manufacturing sites.
• Work closely with suppliers to ensure compliance and alignment.
• Ensure all sites maintain consistent standards and compliance.
• Support sites with customer and external visits.
• Manage and develop the internal audit system.
• Collaborate with the Group Technical Function on key projects.

Skills

Lead Auditor qualification

Extensive auditing experience

Knowledge of BRC

Understanding of HACCP

Strong communication skills

Job description

Role

As the Group Technical Auditor, you will play a central role in ensuring that all manufacturing sites maintain consistent, best-in-class technical and quality standards. This is a highly visible, influential position working across UK sites and directly with suppliers to uphold compliance and drive continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead internal and external audits across all UK manufacturing sites.
• Work closely with suppliers to ensure compliance and alignment with group expectations.
• Ensure all sites are fully centralised with consistent standards and compliant with UK legislation and retailer requirements.
• Support sites with customer and external visits, ensuring smooth audit processes.
• Manage and develop the internal audit system, driving efficiency and best practice.
• Collaborate with the Group Technical Function, providing technical insight and supporting key projects and initiatives.

Requirements

• Lead Auditor qualification – essential.
• Extensive auditing experience within food manufacturing.
• A strong working knowledge of BRC and HACCP.
• Proven ability to lead and develop teams across multiple sites.
• Experience working directly with UK retailers, understanding their standards and expectations.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to influence at all levels.

Salary

£40,000 - £50,000

Contact

To apply, please send your CV to [e-mail] or call 01780 483 999.