Quality Systems Technologist

Zest; Colne; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing business in the United Kingdom is seeking a Quality Systems Technologist to enhance food safety and compliance within their technical function. The role involves maintaining and improving quality management systems, coordinating audits, and managing data. Ideal candidates will have knowledge of BRCGS standards, strong organizational skills, and a passion for continuous improvement. This role offers ownership and visibility across various teams.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of BRCGS standards and retailer requirements.
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Confident in managing data and digital tools.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and improve the site's QMS and document control processes.
• Coordinate internal audits and drive timely closure of actions.
• Ensure accurate and compliant operational data capture across the site.
• Monitor supplier approval status and keep specifications up to date.
• Support complaint trend reduction through effective action management.

Skills

Knowledge of BRCGS standards

Strong organisational skills

Excellent attention to detail

Good systems capability

Ability to influence others

Job description

A new opportunity with an established food manufacturing business looking for a Quality Systems Technologist within their technical function.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and improve the site's QMS and document control processes
• Coordinate internal audits and drive timely closure of actions
• Ensure accurate and compliant operational data capture across the site
• Monitor supplier approval status and keep specifications up to date
• Support complaint trend reduction through effective action management
• Assist with traceability exercises and ensure audit readiness
• Provide quality performance reporting and insights
• Support food safety & quality culture initiatives across all teams

What You'll Bring

• Knowledge of BRCGS standards and retailer requirements
• Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail
• Good systems capability with confidence in managing data and digital tools
• Ability to influence others and challenge where needed

If you're passionate about food safety, compliance and continuous improvement - and are ready for a role that gives you ownership and visibility - we'd love to hear from you.