Quality Compliance Supervisor

Manucomm Recruitment Ltd; Cullompton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Ongoing training and development

Company pension

Job summary

Manucomm Recruitment Ltd is seeking a Quality Compliance Supervisor for a growing food manufacturing business in Tiverton. The role involves coordinating NPD projects from concept through to launch while ensuring food safety, quality and regulatory compliance.

You will work closely with the Technical Manager, maintain quality systems, conduct supplier and internal audits, and drive continuous improvement across production and technical teams.

Qualifications

• Experience in a food manufacturing or drinks environment.
• Experience in Technical, Quality Assurance, Compliance, or New Product Development.
• Knowledge of HACCP, GMP, food safety legislation, and quality management systems.
• Excellent organisational and ability to manage multiple projects.
• Strong communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate New Product Development (NPD) projects from concept to launch.
• Gather supplier specifications and technical information for new products.
• Maintain accurate product files, specifications, and development records.
• Arrange customer product samples and monitor project progress.
• Support the Technical Manager in maintaining food safety and quality systems.
• Monitor production quality and ensure products meet agreed standards.
• Assist in investigating production issues and implementing corrective actions.
• Maintain supplier approval documentation and technical records.
• Carry out supplier approval checks for new suppliers.
• Participate in internal audits and support external customer and certification audits.
• Manage traceability exercises and support product recall procedures.
• Deliver training on quality procedures and food safety requirements.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across production and technical departments.

Skills

Food manufacturing

Quality systems

HACCP knowledge

Project coordination

Communication

Organisational skills

Continuous improvement

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Quality Compliance Supervisor

Tiverton

Salary: £30,000 - 35,000 (depending on experience)

About the Role

We are looking for an organised and proactive Quality NPD & Compliance Supervisor to join our growing food manufacturing business. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with experience in food production, quality, or technical compliance who enjoys managing multiple projects while maintaining the highest standards of food safety and product quality.

Working closely with the Technical Manager, you will coordinate new product development (NPD) projects from concept through to launch, while supporting the site's quality management systems and ensuring compliance with food safety and customer requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate New Product Development (NPD) projects from concept to launch.
• Gather supplier specifications and technical information for new products.
• Maintain accurate product files, specifications, and development records.
• Arrange customer product samples and monitor project progress.
• Support the Technical Manager in maintaining food safety and quality systems.
• Monitor production quality and ensure products consistently meet agreed standards.
• Assist in investigating production issues and implementing corrective actions.
• Maintain supplier approval documentation and technical records.
• Carry out supplier approval checks for new suppliers.
• Participate in internal audits and support external customer and certification audits.
• Manage traceability exercises and support product recall procedures.
• Deliver training on quality procedures and food safety requirements.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across production and technical departments.

About You

• Experience within a food manufacturing or Drinks environment.
• Previous experience in Technical, Quality Assurance, Compliance, or New Product Development.
• A good understanding of HACCP, GMP, food safety legislation, and quality management systems.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• A proactive approach to problem‑solving and continuous improvement.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office.

Desirable

• HACCP qualification.
• Internal Auditor experience.
• Experience working with BRCGS standards.
• Knowledge of retailer technical requirements.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary.
• Full-time permanent position.
• Company pension.
• On-site parking.
• Employee discount.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Opportunity to play a key role within a growing food manufacturing business.

If you're passionate about food quality, product development, and continuous improvement, we'd love to hear from you.