Senior Multi-Site Technical Assurance Lead

Peace Recruitment Group Ltd; Northampton; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Peace Recruitment Group Ltd is seeking a Technical Assurance Manager to own technical systems across a multi-site operation in the UK, coordinating supplier and raw material assurance, auditing, and continuous improvement. You will liaise with customers, procurement, NPD and operations to uphold high standards.

The role requires a degree in a food-related discipline, 4+ years in food tech, and strong HACCP knowledge.

Qualifications

• A degree or equivalent qualification in a food related discipline.
• At least 4 years relevant technical experience within food manufacturing, ingredients or a similar environment.
• Previous supervisory or team management experience.
• Strong knowledge of HACCP and food safety systems.
• Experience of supplier auditing, vendor assurance and raw material approval.
• Good knowledge of BRC or BRCGS standards.
• Strong understanding of food legislation and regulatory compliance.
• Experience dealing directly with customers and external auditors.
• The confidence to challenge stakeholders and stand your ground when required.
• Strong communication, planning and problem solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the technical services function across multiple locations.
• Manage and maintain food safety and quality systems including HACCP, VACCP and TACCP.
• Lead supplier approval, vendor assurance and raw material risk management activity.
• Carry out and manage supplier audits and follow up corrective actions.
• Maintain compliance with BRC and other relevant third party standards.
• Monitor supplier performance and manage supplier scorecards.
• Maintain technical documentation and quality management systems.
• Ensure compliance with relevant food legislation, labelling and regulatory requirements.
• Support internal and external audits and manage non conformances.
• Work closely with procurement and NPD on raw material and supplier issues.
• Build strong relationships with customers and act as a key technical point of contact.
• Produce technical reports and provide updates on quality and supplier performance.
• Lead, coach and develop a small technical team.

Skills

Leadership

HACCP

Supplier auditing

Quality systems

Customer liaison

Technical reporting

Team development

Education

Food related degree

Job description

Peace Recruitment Group Ltd is seeking a Technical Assurance Manager to own technical systems across a multi-site operation in the UK, coordinating supplier and raw material assurance, auditing, and continuous improvement. You will liaise with customers, procurement, NPD and operations to uphold high standards.

The role requires a degree in a food-related discipline, 4+ years in food tech, and strong HACCP knowledge.