Quality & Food Safety Scientist — Value Stream Lead (R&D)

Mars; Slough; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global food company in Slough seeks a Quality & Food Safety Scientist to manage the quality agenda and ensure compliance with food safety standards. This role involves driving improvements, managing incidents, and leading quality management initiatives. Candidates should have a degree in a relevant science discipline and experience in food manufacturing. Offering competitive salary and an annual bonus, it’s a great opportunity to work in a purpose-driven environment.

Benefits

Industry-competitive salary

Company bonus

Access to Mars University learning resources

Supportive work environment for disability adjustments

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in food manufacturing.
• Experience in quality and food safety in a food manufacturing facility.
• Technical depth in food microbiology, food safety, and hygiene.

Responsibilities

• Manage the quality agenda in the value stream.
• Lead R&D in quality improvement initiatives.
• Coordinate QMS and CAPA plans.

Skills

Root cause analysis

Risk assessment

Understanding of Quality Management Systems

Coaching & leading change

Education

Degree in Chemistry / Chem Eng / Microbiology / Food Technology

Job description

A leading global food company in Slough seeks a Quality & Food Safety Scientist to manage the quality agenda and ensure compliance with food safety standards. This role involves driving improvements, managing incidents, and leading quality management initiatives. Candidates should have a degree in a relevant science discipline and experience in food manufacturing. Offering competitive salary and an annual bonus, it’s a great opportunity to work in a purpose-driven environment.