Food Safety Officer

Company: Gen Tech Recruitment
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Location: Newtownards
Job Description:

Food Safety Officer NewtownardsOwn transport essentialMondayFriday, 9am4:30pm

Salary: DOE

Gentech are recruiting on behalf of our client for an experiencedFood Safety Officer to join their expanding food manufacturing team in Newtownards for an immediate start.

Key Duties:

  • Maintain and review HACCP plans and food safety procedures
  • Ensure compliance with UK/NI food legislation and customer standards
  • Carry out routine food safety, hygiene and quality inspections
  • Monitor CCPs, product quality, packaging and label accuracy
  • Investigate non-conformances and customer complaints, implementing corrective actions
  • Support allergen management, traceability and product recall systems
  • Prepare for internal, customer and regulatory audits
  • Deliver food safety and hygiene training to production staff
  • Maintain accurate records including HACCP, temperature, cleaning and training documentation
  • Promote GMP standards and food safety culture across the business

Essential Criteria:

  • Level 3/4 Food Safety qualification
  • HACCP qualification
  • Experience within food manufacturing
  • Knowledge of hygiene and allergen controls
  • Strong communication skills and attention to detail
  • Competent with Microsoft Office

Desirable:

  • Internal Audit qualification
  • BRCGS experience
  • Meat processing industry experience

Interested? Contact Leah or clickApply Now.

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Posted: May 28th, 2026