Quality Technologist

The Collective Network Limited; Little Ellingham; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive training and progression

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

The Collective Network Limited is recruiting a Quality Technologist to join a market-leading food manufacturer in Norfolk. You will help uphold quality standards across the site and support the supply chain to deliver safe, high-quality products to major retailers across the UK.

The role offers comprehensive training and clear career progression. You will lead the food safety culture, train teams, conduct audits and root-cause investigations, and apply GMP, HACCP and allergen controls.

Qualifications

• HACCP or Food Safety certification
• Degree-level education in a food or quality discipline
• Experience in food manufacturing, FMCG, or a high-risk production environment
• Comprehensive knowledge of BRC standards, GMP, HACCP, and allergen management
• Auditing and root cause investigation experience, data-informed decisions
• Excellent communication to build consensus across departments

Responsibilities

• Lead the food safety culture within your area by coaching the team and role-modelling exemplary behaviours
• Ensure all team members are trained to perform duties safely and to the required standards
• Drive continuous improvement through behaviour-based safety observations and root cause analysis
• Develop technical excellence across operations through training, coaching and mentoring
• Maintain strong knowledge and application of GMP, allergen control, and quality procedures on the production floor
• Foster relationships and involve the team in problem-solving and professional development
• Communicate goals and targets clearly, recognising good performance and addressing issues promptly
• Utilise data and layered audits to uphold standard work practises and identify areas for improvement
• Take ownership of the quality agenda during night shifts, ensuring customers receive consistently high-quality products
• Maintain food safety, quality, GMP, and allergen standards at all times

Skills

Auditing

Root cause analysis

Data-driven decisions

GMP knowledge

Allergen management

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Food Science or related

Job description

Quality Technologist

Norfolk

Up to £35,000

We are seeking a Quality Technologist to join a market-leading food manufacturer renowned for the exceptional quality of their products. Supplying some of the largest retailers across the UK, this role offers the opportunity to ensure that quality standards are consistently achieved throughout the site.

This company is committed to developing and upskilling its employees, providing comprehensive training and clear career progression opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the food safety culture within your area by coaching the team and role-modelling exemplary behaviours.
• Ensure all team members are fully trained to perform their duties safely and to the required standards.
• Drive continuous improvement through behaviour-based safety observations and root cause analysis.
• Develop technical excellence across operations through training, coaching, and mentoring.
• Maintain strong knowledge and application of GMP, allergen control, and quality procedures on the production floor.
• Foster strong relationships with your team, encouraging involvement in problem-solving and professional development.
• Communicate goals and targets clearly, recognising good performance and addressing issues promptly.
• Utilise data and layered audits to uphold standard work practises and identify areas for improvement.
• Take ownership of the quality agenda during night shifts, ensuring customers receive consistently high-quality products.
• Maintain food safety, quality, GMP, and allergen standards at all times.

Candidate Requirements

• Recognised food safety qualification such as HACCP or Food Safety certification.
• Degree-level education in a relevant food or quality discipline.
• Experience within food manufacturing, FMCG, or a similarly high-risk production environment.
• Comprehensive knowledge of BRC standards, GMP, HACCP, and allergen management.
• Confident in auditing, root cause investigation, and using data to inform decisions.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build consensus across multiple departments.
• If you are currently a Quality Auditor, Compliance Officer or Food Technologist, this role represents an excellent step forward in your career.