Head of Food Safety & Quality Assurance

Kepak Group; Abercanaid; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global food company is seeking to hire a Quality Assurance Leader to oversee compliance with food safety and quality standards at their facility in Abercanaid, Wales. This role involves leading a QA team, ensuring adherence to regulations, and driving continuous improvements in product quality. Candidates should hold a qualification in Food Science and a Level 4 HACCP certification, and possess strong auditing experience. This position offers a range of benefits including a company pension and employee discounts.

Benefits

Employee Discount Platform

Hamper at Christmas

Company Pension

Refer a Friend Scheme

Bike to Work Scheme

Long Service Awards

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of UK/EU food safety regulations.
• Proven track record in food safety compliance and quality systems management.
• Experience in managing audits and liaising with external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the QA team in implementing food safety and quality systems.
• Ensure compliance with HACCP, BRCGS, and other standards.
• Conduct risk assessments and root cause analysis for incidents.

Skills

HACCP knowledge

Quality control

Auditing experience

Food safety compliance

Education

Qualification in Food Science or related discipline

Level 4 HACCP certification

Job description

A global food company is seeking to hire a Quality Assurance Leader to oversee compliance with food safety and quality standards at their facility in Abercanaid, Wales. This role involves leading a QA team, ensuring adherence to regulations, and driving continuous improvements in product quality. Candidates should hold a qualification in Food Science and a Level 4 HACCP certification, and possess strong auditing experience. This position offers a range of benefits including a company pension and employee discounts.