Food Safety & Quality Systems Manager
Posted 4 hours 49 minutes ago by Allied Bakeries
Requisition ID 3942 - Posted - Region (1) - Job Category (1) - Permanent - Full Time - Company (1)
Salary: Up to £54,000 (dependent on experience)
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Food Safety & Quality Systems Manager to manage a team of Quality Auditors and ensure the highest standards of food safety, quality, and environmental hygiene across the site.
This is a key leadership role, responsible for driving compliance with statutory regulations and company standards, while supporting continuous improvement initiatives to maximise product quality and operational performance.
You will play a critical role in maintaining effective quality management systems, influencing site teams, and ensuring best practice is embedded throughout the operation.
Key Accountabilities- Lead and manage a team of 2 Quality Auditors, driving performance, engagement, and development
- Provide expert guidance on food safety, legality, quality, and hygiene standards
- Ensure quality management systems, processes, and controls are implemented and followed
- Work closely with the Central Technical Team to implement and share best practice
- Support compliance with statutory regulations and company standards
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality and reduce costs
- Support NPD and EPD launches, ensuring compliance with product specifications
- Manage food safety incidents and escalates where required
- Lead and support audits, ensuring corrective actions are implemented
- Build strong stakeholder relationships to influence and maintain high standards
- Deliver training and coaching on food safety and compliance
- Deputise for the Regional Technical Manager when required
- Minimum 5 years' experience in a Technical or Hygiene role
- Proven leadership and team management experience
- Strong problem solving and organisational skills
- Ability to train and coach on food safety and compliance
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management
- High attention to detail, even under pressure
- Passion for quality, safety, and continuous improvement
- Experience in a fast paced food manufacturing environment
- Knowledge of baking processes
- Understanding of Continuous Improvement techniques
- Be part of a dynamic food manufacturing environment
- Make a real impact on product quality and performance
- Join a supportive and collaborative team
- Play a key role in driving standards and continuous improvement