Quality Technologist: Lead Food Safety & CI

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

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.