Technical/Quality Manager

Brightwork Limited; Kirkcaldy; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing firm in the United Kingdom is searching for an experienced Technical/Quality Manager to enhance food safety, quality, and compliance. You will manage and improve the Quality Management System, lead audits, and ensure adherence to UK and EU food legislation. The ideal candidate has a degree in Food Science or related fields, strong leadership skills, and a solid background in technical or quality management within the food industry. This is a full-time, initial 3-month FTC position.

Qualifications

• Strong background in technical or quality management within the food manufacturing industry.
• Proven experience with BRCGS audits and retailer standards.
• Excellent knowledge of food safety, legality, and quality systems.

Responsibilities

• Own and continuously improve the Quality Management System (QMS) in line with BRCGS, HACCP, SALSA, and customer standards.
• Lead internal, customer, and third-party audits, ensuring timely close-out of non-conformances.
• Manage HACCP plans, risk assessments, and food safety controls.
• Deliver food safety and quality training across the site.

Skills

Leadership

Quality Management

Food Safety Compliance

Problem-Solving

Communication

Education

Degree in Food Science, Microbiology, or related discipline

Job description

Brightwork are seeking an experiencedTechnical/Quality Manager to lead food safety, quality, and technical compliance within a fast-paced UK food manufacturing environment. This is a full-time, initial 3 month FTC position.

The Role

You will play a key role in maintaining high standards of product safety, legality, and quality across the business, working closely with internal teams, suppliers, and customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Own and continuously improve the Quality Management System (QMS) in line with BRCGS, HACCP, SALSA, and customer standards
• Lead internal, customer, and third-party audits, ensuring timely close-out of non-conformances
• Ensure full compliance with UK & EU food legislation and customer codes of practice
• Manage HACCP plans, risk assessments, and food safety controls
• Maintain and approve raw material, packaging, and finished product specifications
• Manage customer complaints and technical investigations, driving corrective actions
• Lead, coach, and develop the Technical Services team
• Deliver food safety and quality training across the site
• Drive continuous improvement through data analysis and cross-functional collaboration

About You

• Degree in Food Science, Microbiology, or related discipline (or equivalent experience)
• Strong background in technical or quality management within the food manufacturing industry
• Proven experience with BRCGS audits and retailer standards
• Excellent knowledge of food safety, legality, and quality systems
• Confident leader with strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Detail-focused, proactive, and able to influence at all levels

If you are an experienced Technical or Quality manager within the food manufacturing industry, we would love to hear from you.

Brightwork Ltd offers the services of an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.