Technical Compliance Manager (FTC 9-12 months Maternity Cover)

Albert Bartlett; Worstead; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food production company in England is seeking a Technical Compliance Manager to develop, implement, and improve Technical Safety and Quality systems. You will manage audits and ensure adherence to food safety regulations such as HACCP. The ideal candidate will have a degree in a science discipline, experience in quality assurance, and strong managerial skills. This role offers a range of benefits including pension plans and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Pension Plans

Life Assurance

Leave Package

Training & Development

Employee Assistance Programme

Free Parking

Long Service Awards

Qualifications

• High-level education preferred in a science-related field.
• Experience in a retail or fresh produce environment.
• Experience in food safety and quality assurance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement Technical Safety and Quality systems.
• Train teams in quality and safety systems.
• Manage testing programme for QMS, TACCP/VACCP, and HACCP.

Skills

Business communication

Problem-solving

Customer-focused collaboration

Independent work

Computer systems usage

Quality Systems implementation

HACCP knowledge

Managerial skills

Education

Degree in a science-related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Technical Compliance Manager is accountable for developing, improving, and implementing the Technical Safety and Quality systems for branded and retailer own brand products at Albert Bartlett Added Value site. As an expert in auditing and systems management they will train teams within the site (e.g., production and QA) in Albert Bartlett Quality and safety systems, HACCP, and relevant internal audit procedures. Reporting to the Site Technical Manager, they will deputise when appropriate. They will be accountable for developing and managing BRC and customer unannounced audits to the highest level. They will provide appropriate management information and reports to enable improvement in the Albert Bartlett quality systems.

They will manage the testing programme to ensure adherence to the QMS, TACCP/ VACCP and HACCP programmes.

In addition, when necessary, deputise for the Technical Manager.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of methods of business communication.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Skills in handling and resolving problems effectively.
• Proven ability to work with production colleagues to deliver customer‑focused results.
• Ability to establish priorities, work independently and proceed with tasks without supervision.
• Ability to use computer systems to assist with job.
• Knowledge of Quality Systems theory and their implementation.
• Intermediate or Advanced HACCP. Lead Assessor qualification preferable.
• Managerial skills.

Qualifications:

ESSENTIAL

• Educated to a high level (Degree preferred) in a science related discipline.
• Experience in a retail/fresh produce/added value/high‑care environment.
• Experience in quality assurance/quality control/food safety/microbiological standards.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office.

EXPERIENCE

• Managerial Experience.
• HACCP.
• Audit Qualification and experience and proven delivery of effective food safety and quality management systems. (BRC / Customer)
• Excellent Communication Skills.

Benefits

• Pension Plans
• Life Assurance
• Leave Package
• Training & Development
• Employee Assistance Programme - Counselling
• Free Parking
• Long Service Awards