We are supporting a leading food manufacturing business in their search for a Safety Manager to join their technical team. This is a full-time, permanent position offering the opportunity to work within a fast-paced production environment, ensuring the highest standards of food safety, quality, and compliance.
Core responsibilities
- Conducting microbiological analysis of raw materials, in-process, and finished products
- Investigating and monitoring food safety issues, supporting corrective and preventive actions
- Maintaining and improving laboratory procedures, ensuring compliance with BRCGS and retailer standards
- Supporting HACCP reviews, risk assessments, and validation activities
- Participating in internal audits and assisting with external audit preparation
- Maintaining accurate laboratory records, ensuring traceability and due diligence compliance
- Supporting continuous improvement initiatives in hygiene, food safety culture, and process control
- Collaborating with operations, NPD, and quality teams to resolve technical issues and support site projects
About you
- Degree in Microbiology, Food Science, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience)
- Strong understanding of food microbiology and hygiene principles
- Experience working in a food manufacturing or laboratory environment
- HACCP Level 3 and Food Hygiene Level 3 (or willingness to achieve)
- Working knowledge of GFSI standards and UK retailer Codes of Practice
- Confident communicator with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Highly organised, detail-oriented, and able to work effectively under pressure
Why join
- Opportunity to work with a well-established food manufacturer producing market-leading products
- Varied and hands-on technical role with excellent scope for professional growth
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
- Supportive, team-oriented working environment
This is an excellent opportunity for a Safety Manager looking to make a tangible impact within a leading food manufacturing business. Full job description available on request. Apply today for immediate consideration!
Seniority level
Employment type
Job function
- Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, and Science
Industries
- Beverage Manufacturing, Food and Beverage Manufacturing, and Fruit and Vegetable Preserves Manufacturing
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