Right Match Recruitment Group is working in partnership with a well established and international organisation based in Rainham, Essex to recruit a forward thinking QA Manager to join their team.This is an exciting, full-time and fixed 9 months maternity cover contract role. Overall purpose of job: Ensure the successful management and development of the QA Team and Quality function including food safety, legal compliance and quality standards. Key areas of responsibility: Primary Responsibilities To manage, maintain and improve company's Health and Safety, Food Safety and Quality standards, and the requirements of any accreditation (ie. BRCGS, FEMAS, ), legislative, and customer requirements. To work in compliance with company's Quality Policy and support the company's Health & Safety and Food Safety & Quality Culture. To operate in line with the requirements detailed within the company's policies and practices detailed within the company's Quality Management System (QMS). Be a champion for food safety & quality throughout the business Lead, manage and develop a team of quality assurance professionals, including, but not limited to, managing performance, setting goals and objectives, and measuring outcomes. Act as front-line contact for quality and/or food safety issues within the manufacturing Within defined levels of responsibility, make decisions on food safety, quality and compliance to standards, to ensure our consumers receives the highest quality product. Lead the site HACCP, with support from the Technical Manager and other business functions Ensure pest control visits take place and ensure agreed recommendations of the pest control company are tracked, trended and implemented. Identify, develop and implement Food Safety and Quality Assurance policies and procedures as required Manage and support NCR & DMR processes internally and externally ensuring a thorough and appropriate RCA is provided with supporting corrective actions Play an active role in solving quality issues, continuous improvement programmes, and other quality and/or Food Safety projects Carry-out audit activities such as GMP audits, GHP audits and Internal audits as required Additional Responsibilities Support Food Defence activities such as Horizon Scanning, facilitating communication within the site to mitigate risk to the business as required. Lead and facilitate Technical Department administrative activities such as sampling, calibration, consumable monitoring & restocking etc. Lead and/or support training for peers with relation to food safety and/or quality Record and monitor all consumer/customer complaints, facilitate investigation, closure and Support the business' Food Safety & Quality Culture plan Participate and/or lead external and third-party audits as Liaising with internal and external stakeholders as required Deputise for the Technical Manager as required by the business Support for Technical Department and/or other business functions as and when required Qualifications/Experience required: Minimum of 5 years' experience within a similar role and industry HACCP level 3 Strong knowledge of food safety regulations, BRCGS Requirements, and best practices Demonstrable experience of managing a team Proven track record of quality improvement activities Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer-based skills Desirables Bachelor's degree in food science or other related field Food Safety Level 3 Experience of Thermal Processing activities Audit trained (Internal or Lead Auditor) Ability to develop and deliver training programmes If you are interested please apply directly or call Tom Kurczab at Right Match Recruitment Group.
May 20, 2026
Contractor
Right Match Recruitment Group is working in partnership with a well established and international organisation based in Rainham, Essex to recruit a forward thinking QA Manager to join their team.This is an exciting, full-time and fixed 9 months maternity cover contract role. Overall purpose of job: Ensure the successful management and development of the QA Team and Quality function including food safety, legal compliance and quality standards. Key areas of responsibility: Primary Responsibilities To manage, maintain and improve company's Health and Safety, Food Safety and Quality standards, and the requirements of any accreditation (ie. BRCGS, FEMAS, ), legislative, and customer requirements. To work in compliance with company's Quality Policy and support the company's Health & Safety and Food Safety & Quality Culture. To operate in line with the requirements detailed within the company's policies and practices detailed within the company's Quality Management System (QMS). Be a champion for food safety & quality throughout the business Lead, manage and develop a team of quality assurance professionals, including, but not limited to, managing performance, setting goals and objectives, and measuring outcomes. Act as front-line contact for quality and/or food safety issues within the manufacturing Within defined levels of responsibility, make decisions on food safety, quality and compliance to standards, to ensure our consumers receives the highest quality product. Lead the site HACCP, with support from the Technical Manager and other business functions Ensure pest control visits take place and ensure agreed recommendations of the pest control company are tracked, trended and implemented. Identify, develop and implement Food Safety and Quality Assurance policies and procedures as required Manage and support NCR & DMR processes internally and externally ensuring a thorough and appropriate RCA is provided with supporting corrective actions Play an active role in solving quality issues, continuous improvement programmes, and other quality and/or Food Safety projects Carry-out audit activities such as GMP audits, GHP audits and Internal audits as required Additional Responsibilities Support Food Defence activities such as Horizon Scanning, facilitating communication within the site to mitigate risk to the business as required. Lead and facilitate Technical Department administrative activities such as sampling, calibration, consumable monitoring & restocking etc. Lead and/or support training for peers with relation to food safety and/or quality Record and monitor all consumer/customer complaints, facilitate investigation, closure and Support the business' Food Safety & Quality Culture plan Participate and/or lead external and third-party audits as Liaising with internal and external stakeholders as required Deputise for the Technical Manager as required by the business Support for Technical Department and/or other business functions as and when required Qualifications/Experience required: Minimum of 5 years' experience within a similar role and industry HACCP level 3 Strong knowledge of food safety regulations, BRCGS Requirements, and best practices Demonstrable experience of managing a team Proven track record of quality improvement activities Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer-based skills Desirables Bachelor's degree in food science or other related field Food Safety Level 3 Experience of Thermal Processing activities Audit trained (Internal or Lead Auditor) Ability to develop and deliver training programmes If you are interested please apply directly or call Tom Kurczab at Right Match Recruitment Group.
Right Match Recruitment Group is working in partnership with a well established and international organisation based in Rainham, Essex to recruit a forward thinking Compliance Technologist to join their team.This is an exciting, full-time and fixed 9 months maternity cover contract role. Overall purpose of job: Champion Technical compliance to food safety, legal requirements and quality standards by ensuring successful management of specifications and suppliers, and supporting internal compliance processes Key areas of responsibility: Primary Responsibilities To maintain and improve company's Health and Safety, Food Safety and Quality standards, and the requirements of any accreditation (ie. BRCGS, FEMAS, etc.), legislative, and customer requirements. To work in compliance with company's Quality Policy and support the company's Health & Safety and Food Safety & Quality Culture. To operate in line with the requirements detailed within the company's policies and practices detailed within the company's Quality Management System (QMS). Be a champion for food safety & quality throughout the business Manage, record and monitor consumer/customer complaints. Facilitate investigation, closure and trending. Manage and maintain raw material and finished product specifications Manage and maintain documentation relating to suppliers and raw materials Support the artwork process, including artwork approvals and pack copy creation Support Non-Conformance Reporting (NCR) & Damaged Material Reporting (DMR) processes, ensuring thorough & appropriate Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and corrective actions. Support administrative activities such as sampling, calibration, consumable monitoring & restocking etc. Play an active role in solving quality issues, continuous improvement programmes, and other quality and/or Food Safety projects Identify, develop and implement Food Safety and/or Quality policies and procedures as required, alongside relevant business stakeholders Additional Responsibilities Support monthly trending of identified KPI's Create the monthly Technical communication and share with internal stakeholders Participate in external and third-party audits as required. Co-ordinate and support internal audit activities such as Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) audits, Glass & Hard Plastic (GHP) audits and QMS audits as required. Liaise with internal and external stakeholders as required Support the business' Food Safety & Quality Culture plan Support continuous improvement programs, and other quality and/or Food Safety projects Support for Technical Department and/or other business functions as and when required. Undertake any other duties, as considered by the business to be within scope of role. Qualifications/Experience required: Minimum of 3 years' experience within a similar role and/or industry HACCP level 2 Awareness of food safety regulations, BRCGS Requirements, and best practices Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer-based skills Desirables Bachelor's degree in food science or other related field Food Safety Level 2 Experience of Thermal Processing activities Audit trained (Internal or Lead Auditor) If you are interested please apply directly or call Tom Kurczab at Right Match Recruitment Group.
May 19, 2026
Contractor
Right Match Recruitment Group is working in partnership with a well established and international organisation based in Rainham, Essex to recruit a forward thinking Compliance Technologist to join their team.This is an exciting, full-time and fixed 9 months maternity cover contract role. Overall purpose of job: Champion Technical compliance to food safety, legal requirements and quality standards by ensuring successful management of specifications and suppliers, and supporting internal compliance processes Key areas of responsibility: Primary Responsibilities To maintain and improve company's Health and Safety, Food Safety and Quality standards, and the requirements of any accreditation (ie. BRCGS, FEMAS, etc.), legislative, and customer requirements. To work in compliance with company's Quality Policy and support the company's Health & Safety and Food Safety & Quality Culture. To operate in line with the requirements detailed within the company's policies and practices detailed within the company's Quality Management System (QMS). Be a champion for food safety & quality throughout the business Manage, record and monitor consumer/customer complaints. Facilitate investigation, closure and trending. Manage and maintain raw material and finished product specifications Manage and maintain documentation relating to suppliers and raw materials Support the artwork process, including artwork approvals and pack copy creation Support Non-Conformance Reporting (NCR) & Damaged Material Reporting (DMR) processes, ensuring thorough & appropriate Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and corrective actions. Support administrative activities such as sampling, calibration, consumable monitoring & restocking etc. Play an active role in solving quality issues, continuous improvement programmes, and other quality and/or Food Safety projects Identify, develop and implement Food Safety and/or Quality policies and procedures as required, alongside relevant business stakeholders Additional Responsibilities Support monthly trending of identified KPI's Create the monthly Technical communication and share with internal stakeholders Participate in external and third-party audits as required. Co-ordinate and support internal audit activities such as Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) audits, Glass & Hard Plastic (GHP) audits and QMS audits as required. Liaise with internal and external stakeholders as required Support the business' Food Safety & Quality Culture plan Support continuous improvement programs, and other quality and/or Food Safety projects Support for Technical Department and/or other business functions as and when required. Undertake any other duties, as considered by the business to be within scope of role. Qualifications/Experience required: Minimum of 3 years' experience within a similar role and/or industry HACCP level 2 Awareness of food safety regulations, BRCGS Requirements, and best practices Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer-based skills Desirables Bachelor's degree in food science or other related field Food Safety Level 2 Experience of Thermal Processing activities Audit trained (Internal or Lead Auditor) If you are interested please apply directly or call Tom Kurczab at Right Match Recruitment Group.
Quality Auditor (FTC- Mat cover) Salary: Competitive salary Benefits: Company share save scheme, Competitive matched pension contributions , Life insurance up to 4x salary Location: Bourne, Lincolnshire, PE10 0AT Ways of Working: Site based Hours of work: 4 on 4 off / 6am - 6pm Contract Type: Fixed Term Colleagues whose roles are at risk of redundancy and who meet essential role criteria will be given priority consideration for this role. Why Greencore? Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, we're one of the UK's leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose: to make every day taste better. As a vibrant and fast-moving business, we're proud to employ over 28,000 talented colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US. Together, we bring delicious food to life. Our products cover every meal occasion from breakfast through to dinner and dessert, with lunch and snacking in between. In FY25, our shared passion helped us achieve combined revenues of approximately £4bn. Our extensive direct to store (DTS) network, with 17 depots across the UK, allows us to deliver fresh and frozen food, both our own and from trusted partners to thousands of stores every day, ensuring consumers enjoy the very best, whenever and wherever they shop. This role is based in Bourne at a site specialising in the preparation of fruit, leafy salads, and stir-fry mixes. The site employs over 1,200 people and is conveniently located just 16 miles from Peterborough and 12 miles from Spalding. What you'll be doing In this busy and hands-on role as a Quality Auditor, you'll audit, monitor, and continuously improve quality systems and procedures across site operations. Working closely with operational teams, you'll provide practical technical support while maintaining and promoting quality and food safety standards in line with Greencore, customer, and legal requirements, with guidance from the QA Supervisor or Manager. Role Accountabilities • Audit compliance with QMS, GMP, and HACCP, raising clear non-conformances and driving corrective actions to closure • Apply an inquisitive audit mindset to identify root causes and reduce repeat non-conformances • Conduct traceability audits, efficiently retrieving data and presenting findings clearly • Complete sampling activities to schedule, including microbiological, nutritional, swabs, and organoleptic testing • Prepare, facilitate, and trend taste panels, escalating out-of-specification results and recommending improvements • Calibrate factory measurement equipment to schedule and manage out-of-tolerance actions • Support investigations into complaints, incidents, and out-of-specification results through audits and data analysis • Support NPD trials and product launches, including testing, shelf-life assessment, and taste panels • Provide day-to-day technical support to factory teams, audits, and customer visits • Contribute to Technical KPI delivery through audits, investigations, and proactive improvement actions • Work safely at all times, promoting strong health, safety, and environmental standards What we're looking for • A strong understanding of quality systems, GMP, HACCP, and traceability within a manufacturing environment • A proactive, detail-focused approach with a natural curiosity to challenge and improve standards • Confidence working hands-on on the factory floor, providing clear and practical technical guidance • Ability to audit effectively, identify root causes, and drive corrective and preventative actions • Strong communication skills, able to engage confidently with colleagues at all levels • A collaborative mindset, working effectively within cross-functional teams • Good organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities to deadlines • Commitment to continuous improvement and personal development • A positive, resilient approach aligned to Greencore values We're not all the same at Greencore and our differences help us to make every day taste better for all our stakeholders. We truly put our people at the core and are proud of our diversity. If this sounds like you, join us and grow with Greencore, and be a part of driving our future success. What you'll get in return • Competitive salary and job-related benefits • Holidays • Competitive matched pension contributions • Life insurance up to 4x salary • Company share save scheme • Greencore Qualifications • Exclusive Greencore employee discount platform • Access to a full Wellbeing Centre platform • Enhanced parental leave and menopause policies Throughout your time at Greencore, you will be supported with on-the-job training and development opportunities to further your career.
May 19, 2026
Full time
Quality Auditor (FTC- Mat cover) Salary: Competitive salary Benefits: Company share save scheme, Competitive matched pension contributions , Life insurance up to 4x salary Location: Bourne, Lincolnshire, PE10 0AT Ways of Working: Site based Hours of work: 4 on 4 off / 6am - 6pm Contract Type: Fixed Term Colleagues whose roles are at risk of redundancy and who meet essential role criteria will be given priority consideration for this role. Why Greencore? Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, we're one of the UK's leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose: to make every day taste better. As a vibrant and fast-moving business, we're proud to employ over 28,000 talented colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US. Together, we bring delicious food to life. Our products cover every meal occasion from breakfast through to dinner and dessert, with lunch and snacking in between. In FY25, our shared passion helped us achieve combined revenues of approximately £4bn. Our extensive direct to store (DTS) network, with 17 depots across the UK, allows us to deliver fresh and frozen food, both our own and from trusted partners to thousands of stores every day, ensuring consumers enjoy the very best, whenever and wherever they shop. This role is based in Bourne at a site specialising in the preparation of fruit, leafy salads, and stir-fry mixes. The site employs over 1,200 people and is conveniently located just 16 miles from Peterborough and 12 miles from Spalding. What you'll be doing In this busy and hands-on role as a Quality Auditor, you'll audit, monitor, and continuously improve quality systems and procedures across site operations. Working closely with operational teams, you'll provide practical technical support while maintaining and promoting quality and food safety standards in line with Greencore, customer, and legal requirements, with guidance from the QA Supervisor or Manager. Role Accountabilities • Audit compliance with QMS, GMP, and HACCP, raising clear non-conformances and driving corrective actions to closure • Apply an inquisitive audit mindset to identify root causes and reduce repeat non-conformances • Conduct traceability audits, efficiently retrieving data and presenting findings clearly • Complete sampling activities to schedule, including microbiological, nutritional, swabs, and organoleptic testing • Prepare, facilitate, and trend taste panels, escalating out-of-specification results and recommending improvements • Calibrate factory measurement equipment to schedule and manage out-of-tolerance actions • Support investigations into complaints, incidents, and out-of-specification results through audits and data analysis • Support NPD trials and product launches, including testing, shelf-life assessment, and taste panels • Provide day-to-day technical support to factory teams, audits, and customer visits • Contribute to Technical KPI delivery through audits, investigations, and proactive improvement actions • Work safely at all times, promoting strong health, safety, and environmental standards What we're looking for • A strong understanding of quality systems, GMP, HACCP, and traceability within a manufacturing environment • A proactive, detail-focused approach with a natural curiosity to challenge and improve standards • Confidence working hands-on on the factory floor, providing clear and practical technical guidance • Ability to audit effectively, identify root causes, and drive corrective and preventative actions • Strong communication skills, able to engage confidently with colleagues at all levels • A collaborative mindset, working effectively within cross-functional teams • Good organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities to deadlines • Commitment to continuous improvement and personal development • A positive, resilient approach aligned to Greencore values We're not all the same at Greencore and our differences help us to make every day taste better for all our stakeholders. We truly put our people at the core and are proud of our diversity. If this sounds like you, join us and grow with Greencore, and be a part of driving our future success. What you'll get in return • Competitive salary and job-related benefits • Holidays • Competitive matched pension contributions • Life insurance up to 4x salary • Company share save scheme • Greencore Qualifications • Exclusive Greencore employee discount platform • Access to a full Wellbeing Centre platform • Enhanced parental leave and menopause policies Throughout your time at Greencore, you will be supported with on-the-job training and development opportunities to further your career.
Health and Safety Manager 52,000 Leyland Days Only (Mon-Fri) gap technical are seeking an experienced, proactive Head of Health and Safety to provide strategic leadership and drive continuous improvement across one of clients organisations. This is a pivotal role with responsibility for setting and maintaining high health and safety standards, ensuring full legislative compliance, and embedding a robust, proactive safety culture across all operations. Performance Objectives Lead and continually develop the site's Health & Safety strategy, policies, and procedures. Ensure compliance with all UK Health & Safety legislation, including the Health and Safety at Work Act, PUWER, DSEAR, COSHH, RIDDOR, and related food sector safety requirements Conduct and oversee risk assessments covering machinery, manual handling, chemicals, DSE, noise and warehouse operations Manage and oversee all liability claims (employee, employer, and public), working closely with insurers, legal advisors, and internal teams to ensure accurate documentation, timely responses, and effective resolution Lead accident and incident investigations, ensuring robust root cause analysis and corrective actions Oversee contractor management and ensure compliance with permit to work systems and safe systems of work Maintain emergency preparedness across fire safety, first aid, spill response and evacuation procedures Carry out safety audits, inspections and toolbox talks Provide expert advice and guidance to managers and employees. Deliver Health & Safety training and toolbox talks. Monitor performance, report on Key Performance Measures. Act as the primary interface with regulators, enforcement bodies, insurers, and external auditors Champion a positive, proactive safety culture across all operational environments Person Specification NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent) essential Significant Health & Safety leadership experience in a manufacturing or food production environment Experience within Manufacturing, Construction and Engineering Environment desirable. Strong knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation Excellent communication and leadership skills Ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels Apply Please send your CV via the Apply now option on the website If you have any questions or are interested in any other opportunities we may have, please do not hesitate to get in touch This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of gap technical who are operating as an employment agency. gap technical are committed to the selection, recruitment and development of the best people, basing judgements solely on suitability for the job. Closing Date: 21/05/2026 "By applying for the above position and providing your personal data to us you understand that your data will be processed in line with our Privacy Policy."
May 18, 2026
Full time
Health and Safety Manager 52,000 Leyland Days Only (Mon-Fri) gap technical are seeking an experienced, proactive Head of Health and Safety to provide strategic leadership and drive continuous improvement across one of clients organisations. This is a pivotal role with responsibility for setting and maintaining high health and safety standards, ensuring full legislative compliance, and embedding a robust, proactive safety culture across all operations. Performance Objectives Lead and continually develop the site's Health & Safety strategy, policies, and procedures. Ensure compliance with all UK Health & Safety legislation, including the Health and Safety at Work Act, PUWER, DSEAR, COSHH, RIDDOR, and related food sector safety requirements Conduct and oversee risk assessments covering machinery, manual handling, chemicals, DSE, noise and warehouse operations Manage and oversee all liability claims (employee, employer, and public), working closely with insurers, legal advisors, and internal teams to ensure accurate documentation, timely responses, and effective resolution Lead accident and incident investigations, ensuring robust root cause analysis and corrective actions Oversee contractor management and ensure compliance with permit to work systems and safe systems of work Maintain emergency preparedness across fire safety, first aid, spill response and evacuation procedures Carry out safety audits, inspections and toolbox talks Provide expert advice and guidance to managers and employees. Deliver Health & Safety training and toolbox talks. Monitor performance, report on Key Performance Measures. Act as the primary interface with regulators, enforcement bodies, insurers, and external auditors Champion a positive, proactive safety culture across all operational environments Person Specification NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent) essential Significant Health & Safety leadership experience in a manufacturing or food production environment Experience within Manufacturing, Construction and Engineering Environment desirable. Strong knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation Excellent communication and leadership skills Ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels Apply Please send your CV via the Apply now option on the website If you have any questions or are interested in any other opportunities we may have, please do not hesitate to get in touch This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of gap technical who are operating as an employment agency. gap technical are committed to the selection, recruitment and development of the best people, basing judgements solely on suitability for the job. Closing Date: 21/05/2026 "By applying for the above position and providing your personal data to us you understand that your data will be processed in line with our Privacy Policy."
The Work Shop Resourcing Ltd
Southampton, Hampshire
We are pleased to be working with an established company based in Southampton who are looking to recruit a Compliance Officer to join their friendly team. This role is responsible for ensuring the business achieves and sustains compliance with BRC Food Safety and ISO standards. Key Responsibilities of Compliance Officer: Ensure full compliance with relevant legislation and industry standards Plan, conduct, and manage internal and external audits Maintain documentation, policies, and procedures in line with best practice Liaise with regulatory bodies and external auditors Ideal Compliance Officer: Proven experience in a compliance role. Strong working knowledge of BRC standards and ISO frameworks Experience managing audits and certification processes Desirable: Lead Auditor qualification (ISO or BRC) This role can be available as either a full time or part time opportunity Our client offers a competitive salary with a great benefits package. The company offer opportunity for development with a supportive and collaborative working environment. If this role seems like to good fit for you, please apply now and get in touch! IOSH, ISO90001, Compliance, Audit, Manufacturing, Food Production, BRC, Southampton
May 18, 2026
Full time
We are pleased to be working with an established company based in Southampton who are looking to recruit a Compliance Officer to join their friendly team. This role is responsible for ensuring the business achieves and sustains compliance with BRC Food Safety and ISO standards. Key Responsibilities of Compliance Officer: Ensure full compliance with relevant legislation and industry standards Plan, conduct, and manage internal and external audits Maintain documentation, policies, and procedures in line with best practice Liaise with regulatory bodies and external auditors Ideal Compliance Officer: Proven experience in a compliance role. Strong working knowledge of BRC standards and ISO frameworks Experience managing audits and certification processes Desirable: Lead Auditor qualification (ISO or BRC) This role can be available as either a full time or part time opportunity Our client offers a competitive salary with a great benefits package. The company offer opportunity for development with a supportive and collaborative working environment. If this role seems like to good fit for you, please apply now and get in touch! IOSH, ISO90001, Compliance, Audit, Manufacturing, Food Production, BRC, Southampton
Perthshire 35,000 + Development Opportunity An excellent opportunity for a Quality Specialist, Senior QA, Technical Coordinator or Food Quality Auditor looking to take the next step towards Technical Management. This role would suit someone who already has exposure to food safety, quality systems and audits, but is looking for broader ownership and the chance to develop into a more senior technical leadership position. You'll work closely with site leadership across quality, compliance, audits, food safety and continuous improvement, gaining hands-on exposure to the wider technical function in a busy manufacturing environment. The business is open to candidates stepping up into a broader role, provided they have the right attitude, standards and willingness to learn. Responsibilities Supporting and developing food safety and quality systems Assisting with BRCGS and customer audit preparation Managing non-conformances and corrective actions Supporting HACCP systems and documentation Working cross-functionally with production and operations teams Supporting supplier approvals and specifications Driving standards and continuous improvement activities Assisting with customer and compliance requirements Suitable Backgrounds Quality Specialist Senior QA / QA Team Leader Technical Coordinator Food Quality Auditor Compliance Coordinator Assistant Technical professional What We're Looking For Experience within food or FMCG manufacturing Exposure to HACCP and food safety systems Understanding of BRCGS or similar standards Strong attention to detail Confident communicator Positive and proactive attitude Desire to develop into a broader technical leadership role What's On Offer Genuine progression opportunity Broad technical exposure Supportive environment Opportunity to develop into a future Technical Manager role Stable and growing manufacturing environment Please note: sponsorship is not available for this position now or in the future.
May 18, 2026
Contractor
Perthshire 35,000 + Development Opportunity An excellent opportunity for a Quality Specialist, Senior QA, Technical Coordinator or Food Quality Auditor looking to take the next step towards Technical Management. This role would suit someone who already has exposure to food safety, quality systems and audits, but is looking for broader ownership and the chance to develop into a more senior technical leadership position. You'll work closely with site leadership across quality, compliance, audits, food safety and continuous improvement, gaining hands-on exposure to the wider technical function in a busy manufacturing environment. The business is open to candidates stepping up into a broader role, provided they have the right attitude, standards and willingness to learn. Responsibilities Supporting and developing food safety and quality systems Assisting with BRCGS and customer audit preparation Managing non-conformances and corrective actions Supporting HACCP systems and documentation Working cross-functionally with production and operations teams Supporting supplier approvals and specifications Driving standards and continuous improvement activities Assisting with customer and compliance requirements Suitable Backgrounds Quality Specialist Senior QA / QA Team Leader Technical Coordinator Food Quality Auditor Compliance Coordinator Assistant Technical professional What We're Looking For Experience within food or FMCG manufacturing Exposure to HACCP and food safety systems Understanding of BRCGS or similar standards Strong attention to detail Confident communicator Positive and proactive attitude Desire to develop into a broader technical leadership role What's On Offer Genuine progression opportunity Broad technical exposure Supportive environment Opportunity to develop into a future Technical Manager role Stable and growing manufacturing environment Please note: sponsorship is not available for this position now or in the future.
Compliance Manager Competitive Salary Monday - Friday / General Office Hours Caernarfon Our client based in the Caernarfon area are currently recruiting a Compliance Manager on a permanent basis. Reporting to the Head of Technical you will ensure the ongoing BRC and customer accreditation, food safety, legal and ethical, integrity and compliance of the company. Performance Objectives Maintaining BRC, customer and local authority approval and customer codes of practice. Responsible for Food Safety and Legality site wide. Maintain the company audit schedule, root cause analysis, and corrective actions in collaboration with the operations team - ensure non-conformances are raised, followed through and closed off. Liaison with the external and internal customers Supporting the QA manager with QA employees, across the shifts to complete the required workload and drive forward departmental policies and procedures. Manage, mentor and support Technical Compliance Auditor to ensure continuous learning and workload. Ensuring a culture of continuous improvement and challenging current practice To manage and monitor standards throughout the site and to ensure that the business is compliant with our and customer codes of practice Supporting HR department with implementing and managing SEDEX/SMETA requirements. Implementing new procedures and standards within the factory to make sure the site is complying with legislation and customer codes of practice Complete risk assessments where necessary to ensure compliance with legislation and customer codes of practice Record, investigate logging and responding. Working with all teams across the site to ensure the quality requirements are understood and practised by all. To champion hygiene across all aspects of the factory and drive the development of food safety culture, prompting awareness of the importance of hygiene & good manufacturing practice Maintain and develop the Q pulse system Manage the requirements of export documents ensuring that documentation is correct and complete for each load despatched. Quality and Food Safety training across the site in conjunction with HR and external training contractors. Coordinate and deliver accredited food safety training. Accident reporting - Ensure that all accidents /near miss forms are completed properly and that accident analysis forms are completed (appropriate evidence needs to be gathered at the time of the incident. Ensure that all appropriate and relevant H&S practices are being followed by team members, i.e. wearing of appropriate PPE. Person Specification Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines. Ability to manage own workload without supervision. Good personal planning skills. Strong verbal, numeracy and written communication skills. Assertiveness, delegation and analytical skills. Ability to work with cross-functional teams at all levels. Decision maker. Educated to degree level and experience of working in a Quality management role, with a food manufacturing, HACCP, COSHH, Health and Safety qualified. Able to deliver Food Safety and related training - a training qualification preferable. Experience of working with multiple retailers and aware of their standards and codes of practice. Benefits Holidays - 25 days plus Bank Holidays. 5% pension contribution. Full sickness payment based on qualifying criteria. gap personnel group is committed to the selection, recruitment and development of the best people, basing judgments solely on suitability for the job. By applying for the above position and providing your personal data to us you understand that your data will be processed in line with our Privacy Policy. Whilst we endeavour to respond to all applications individually, due to high volumes, this is not always possible. Thank you for your interest in this role and we look forward to working with you in the future.
May 17, 2026
Full time
Compliance Manager Competitive Salary Monday - Friday / General Office Hours Caernarfon Our client based in the Caernarfon area are currently recruiting a Compliance Manager on a permanent basis. Reporting to the Head of Technical you will ensure the ongoing BRC and customer accreditation, food safety, legal and ethical, integrity and compliance of the company. Performance Objectives Maintaining BRC, customer and local authority approval and customer codes of practice. Responsible for Food Safety and Legality site wide. Maintain the company audit schedule, root cause analysis, and corrective actions in collaboration with the operations team - ensure non-conformances are raised, followed through and closed off. Liaison with the external and internal customers Supporting the QA manager with QA employees, across the shifts to complete the required workload and drive forward departmental policies and procedures. Manage, mentor and support Technical Compliance Auditor to ensure continuous learning and workload. Ensuring a culture of continuous improvement and challenging current practice To manage and monitor standards throughout the site and to ensure that the business is compliant with our and customer codes of practice Supporting HR department with implementing and managing SEDEX/SMETA requirements. Implementing new procedures and standards within the factory to make sure the site is complying with legislation and customer codes of practice Complete risk assessments where necessary to ensure compliance with legislation and customer codes of practice Record, investigate logging and responding. Working with all teams across the site to ensure the quality requirements are understood and practised by all. To champion hygiene across all aspects of the factory and drive the development of food safety culture, prompting awareness of the importance of hygiene & good manufacturing practice Maintain and develop the Q pulse system Manage the requirements of export documents ensuring that documentation is correct and complete for each load despatched. Quality and Food Safety training across the site in conjunction with HR and external training contractors. Coordinate and deliver accredited food safety training. Accident reporting - Ensure that all accidents /near miss forms are completed properly and that accident analysis forms are completed (appropriate evidence needs to be gathered at the time of the incident. Ensure that all appropriate and relevant H&S practices are being followed by team members, i.e. wearing of appropriate PPE. Person Specification Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines. Ability to manage own workload without supervision. Good personal planning skills. Strong verbal, numeracy and written communication skills. Assertiveness, delegation and analytical skills. Ability to work with cross-functional teams at all levels. Decision maker. Educated to degree level and experience of working in a Quality management role, with a food manufacturing, HACCP, COSHH, Health and Safety qualified. Able to deliver Food Safety and related training - a training qualification preferable. Experience of working with multiple retailers and aware of their standards and codes of practice. Benefits Holidays - 25 days plus Bank Holidays. 5% pension contribution. Full sickness payment based on qualifying criteria. gap personnel group is committed to the selection, recruitment and development of the best people, basing judgments solely on suitability for the job. By applying for the above position and providing your personal data to us you understand that your data will be processed in line with our Privacy Policy. Whilst we endeavour to respond to all applications individually, due to high volumes, this is not always possible. Thank you for your interest in this role and we look forward to working with you in the future.
Quality Auditor Salary: Competitive salary Benefits: Company share save scheme, Competitive matched pension contributions , Life insurance up to 4x salary Location: Holbeach Ways of Working: 3s & 2s (Blue Days) Hours of work: 06:00am-18:00pm Contract Type: Permanent Why Greencore? Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, we're one of the UK's leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose: to make every day taste better. As a vibrant and fast-moving business, we're proud to employ over 28,000 talented colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US. Together, we bring delicious food to life. Our products cover every meal occasion from breakfast through to dinner and dessert, with lunch and snacking in between. In FY25, our shared passion helped us achieve combined revenues of approximately £4bn. Our extensive direct to store (DTS) network, with 17 depots across the UK, allows us to deliver fresh and frozen food, both our own and from trusted partners, to thousands of stores every day, ensuring consumers enjoy the very best, whenever and wherever they shop. Our site in Holbeach St Marks, Lincolnshire, specialises in producing chilled pizzas and employs around 880 people, operating in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. What you'll be doing In this busy and hands-on role as a Quality Auditor, you'll audit, monitor, and continuously improve quality systems and procedures across site operations. Working closely with operational teams, you'll provide practical technical support while maintaining and promoting quality and food safety standards in line with Greencore, customer, and legal requirements, with guidance from the QA Supervisor or Manager. Role Accountabilities • Audit compliance with QMS, GMP, and HACCP, raising clear non-conformances and driving corrective actions to closure • Apply an inquisitive audit mindset to identify root causes and reduce repeat non-conformances • Conduct traceability audits, efficiently retrieving data and presenting findings clearly • Complete sampling activities to schedule, including microbiological, nutritional, swabs, and organoleptic testing • Prepare, facilitate, and trend taste panels, escalating out-of-specification results and recommending improvements • Calibrate factory measurement equipment to schedule and manage out-of-tolerance actions • Support investigations into complaints, incidents, and out-of-specification results through audits and data analysis • Support NPD trials and product launches, including testing, shelf-life assessment, and taste panels • Provide day-to-day technical support to factory teams, audits, and customer visits • Contribute to Technical KPI delivery through audits, investigations, and proactive improvement actions • Work safely at all times, promoting strong health, safety, and environmental standards What we're looking for • A strong understanding of quality systems, GMP, HACCP, and traceability within a manufacturing environment • A proactive, detail-focused approach with a natural curiosity to challenge and improve standards • Confidence working hands-on on the factory floor, providing clear and practical technical guidance • Ability to audit effectively, identify root causes, and drive corrective and preventative actions • Strong communication skills, able to engage confidently with colleagues at all levels • A collaborative mindset, working effectively within cross-functional teams • Good organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities to deadlines • Commitment to continuous improvement and personal development • A positive, resilient approach aligned to Greencore values We're not all the same at Greencore and our differences help us to make every day taste better for all our stakeholders. We truly put our people at the core and are proud of our diversity. If this sounds like you, join us and grow with Greencore, and be a part of driving our future success. What you'll get in return • Competitive salary and job-related benefits • Holidays • Competitive matched pension • Life insurance up to 4x salary • Company share save scheme • Greencore Qualifications • Exclusive Greencore employee discount platform • Access to a full Wellbeing Centre platform • Enhanced parental leave and menopause policies Throughout your time at Greencore, you will be supported with on-the-job training and development opportunities to further your career.
May 17, 2026
Full time
Quality Auditor Salary: Competitive salary Benefits: Company share save scheme, Competitive matched pension contributions , Life insurance up to 4x salary Location: Holbeach Ways of Working: 3s & 2s (Blue Days) Hours of work: 06:00am-18:00pm Contract Type: Permanent Why Greencore? Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, we're one of the UK's leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose: to make every day taste better. As a vibrant and fast-moving business, we're proud to employ over 28,000 talented colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US. Together, we bring delicious food to life. Our products cover every meal occasion from breakfast through to dinner and dessert, with lunch and snacking in between. In FY25, our shared passion helped us achieve combined revenues of approximately £4bn. Our extensive direct to store (DTS) network, with 17 depots across the UK, allows us to deliver fresh and frozen food, both our own and from trusted partners, to thousands of stores every day, ensuring consumers enjoy the very best, whenever and wherever they shop. Our site in Holbeach St Marks, Lincolnshire, specialises in producing chilled pizzas and employs around 880 people, operating in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. What you'll be doing In this busy and hands-on role as a Quality Auditor, you'll audit, monitor, and continuously improve quality systems and procedures across site operations. Working closely with operational teams, you'll provide practical technical support while maintaining and promoting quality and food safety standards in line with Greencore, customer, and legal requirements, with guidance from the QA Supervisor or Manager. Role Accountabilities • Audit compliance with QMS, GMP, and HACCP, raising clear non-conformances and driving corrective actions to closure • Apply an inquisitive audit mindset to identify root causes and reduce repeat non-conformances • Conduct traceability audits, efficiently retrieving data and presenting findings clearly • Complete sampling activities to schedule, including microbiological, nutritional, swabs, and organoleptic testing • Prepare, facilitate, and trend taste panels, escalating out-of-specification results and recommending improvements • Calibrate factory measurement equipment to schedule and manage out-of-tolerance actions • Support investigations into complaints, incidents, and out-of-specification results through audits and data analysis • Support NPD trials and product launches, including testing, shelf-life assessment, and taste panels • Provide day-to-day technical support to factory teams, audits, and customer visits • Contribute to Technical KPI delivery through audits, investigations, and proactive improvement actions • Work safely at all times, promoting strong health, safety, and environmental standards What we're looking for • A strong understanding of quality systems, GMP, HACCP, and traceability within a manufacturing environment • A proactive, detail-focused approach with a natural curiosity to challenge and improve standards • Confidence working hands-on on the factory floor, providing clear and practical technical guidance • Ability to audit effectively, identify root causes, and drive corrective and preventative actions • Strong communication skills, able to engage confidently with colleagues at all levels • A collaborative mindset, working effectively within cross-functional teams • Good organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities to deadlines • Commitment to continuous improvement and personal development • A positive, resilient approach aligned to Greencore values We're not all the same at Greencore and our differences help us to make every day taste better for all our stakeholders. We truly put our people at the core and are proud of our diversity. If this sounds like you, join us and grow with Greencore, and be a part of driving our future success. What you'll get in return • Competitive salary and job-related benefits • Holidays • Competitive matched pension • Life insurance up to 4x salary • Company share save scheme • Greencore Qualifications • Exclusive Greencore employee discount platform • Access to a full Wellbeing Centre platform • Enhanced parental leave and menopause policies Throughout your time at Greencore, you will be supported with on-the-job training and development opportunities to further your career.
Quality Auditor Salary: Competitive salary Benefits: Company share save scheme, Competitive matched pension up contributions, Life insurance up to 4x salary Location: Old Leake (PE22 9PN) Near Boston Ways of Working: Site Based Hours of work: 3's & 2's - 06:00 - 18:00 Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract - 12 months (Mat cover) Why Greencore? Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, we're one of the UK's leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose: to make every day taste better. As a vibrant and fast-moving business, we're proud to employ over 28,000 talented colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US. Together, we bring delicious food to life. Our products cover every meal occasion from breakfast through to dinner and dessert, with lunch and snacking in between. In FY25, our shared passion helped us achieve combined revenues of approximately £4bn. Our extensive direct to store (DTS) network, with 17 depots across the UK, allows us to deliver fresh and frozen food, both our own and from trusted partners, to thousands of stores every day, ensuring consumers enjoy the very best, whenever and wherever they shop. Our site in Old Leake, just outside Boston, Lincolnshire, specialises in chilled Italian ready meals and modern deli products for a dedicated customer. The site employs around 700 people and operates in a fast-paced production environment. What you'll be doing In this busy and hands-on role as a Quality Auditor, you'll audit, monitor, and continuously improve quality systems and procedures across site operations. Working closely with operational teams, you'll provide practical technical support while maintaining and promoting quality and food safety standards in line with Greencore, customer, and legal requirements, with guidance from the QA Supervisor or Manager. Role Accountabilities • Audit compliance with QMS, GMP, and HACCP, raising clear non-conformances and driving corrective actions to closure • Apply an inquisitive audit mindset to identify root causes and reduce repeat non-conformances • Conduct traceability audits, efficiently retrieving data and presenting findings clearly • Complete sampling activities to schedule, including microbiological, nutritional, swabs, and organoleptic testing • Prepare, facilitate, and trend taste panels, escalating out-of-specification results and recommending improvements • Calibrate factory measurement equipment to schedule and manage out-of-tolerance actions • Support investigations into complaints, incidents, and out-of-specification results through audits and data analysis • Support NPD trials and product launches, including testing, shelf-life assessment, and taste panels • Provide day-to-day technical support to factory teams, audits, and customer visits • Contribute to Technical KPI delivery through audits, investigations, and proactive improvement actions • Work safely at all times, promoting strong health, safety, and environmental standards What we're looking for • A strong understanding of quality systems, GMP, HACCP, and traceability within a manufacturing environment • A proactive, detail-focused approach with a natural curiosity to challenge and improve standards • Confidence working hands-on on the factory floor, providing clear and practical technical guidance • Ability to audit effectively, identify root causes, and drive corrective and preventative actions • Strong communication skills, able to engage confidently with colleagues at all levels • A collaborative mindset, working effectively within cross-functional teams • Good organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities to deadlines • Commitment to continuous improvement and personal development • A positive, resilient approach aligned to Greencore values We're not all the same at Greencore and our differences help us to make every day taste better for all our stakeholders. We truly put our people at the core and are proud of our diversity. If this sounds like you, join us and grow with Greencore, and be a part of driving our future success. What you'll get in return • Competitive salary and job-related benefits • Holidays • Competitive matched pension up contributions • Life insurance up to 4x salary • Company share save scheme • Greencore Qualifications • Exclusive Greencore employee discount platform • Access to a full Wellbeing Centre platform • Enhanced parental leave and menopause policies Throughout your time at Greencore, you will be supported with on-the-job training and development opportunities to further your career.
May 17, 2026
Seasonal
Quality Auditor Salary: Competitive salary Benefits: Company share save scheme, Competitive matched pension up contributions, Life insurance up to 4x salary Location: Old Leake (PE22 9PN) Near Boston Ways of Working: Site Based Hours of work: 3's & 2's - 06:00 - 18:00 Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract - 12 months (Mat cover) Why Greencore? Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, we're one of the UK's leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose: to make every day taste better. As a vibrant and fast-moving business, we're proud to employ over 28,000 talented colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US. Together, we bring delicious food to life. Our products cover every meal occasion from breakfast through to dinner and dessert, with lunch and snacking in between. In FY25, our shared passion helped us achieve combined revenues of approximately £4bn. Our extensive direct to store (DTS) network, with 17 depots across the UK, allows us to deliver fresh and frozen food, both our own and from trusted partners, to thousands of stores every day, ensuring consumers enjoy the very best, whenever and wherever they shop. Our site in Old Leake, just outside Boston, Lincolnshire, specialises in chilled Italian ready meals and modern deli products for a dedicated customer. The site employs around 700 people and operates in a fast-paced production environment. What you'll be doing In this busy and hands-on role as a Quality Auditor, you'll audit, monitor, and continuously improve quality systems and procedures across site operations. Working closely with operational teams, you'll provide practical technical support while maintaining and promoting quality and food safety standards in line with Greencore, customer, and legal requirements, with guidance from the QA Supervisor or Manager. Role Accountabilities • Audit compliance with QMS, GMP, and HACCP, raising clear non-conformances and driving corrective actions to closure • Apply an inquisitive audit mindset to identify root causes and reduce repeat non-conformances • Conduct traceability audits, efficiently retrieving data and presenting findings clearly • Complete sampling activities to schedule, including microbiological, nutritional, swabs, and organoleptic testing • Prepare, facilitate, and trend taste panels, escalating out-of-specification results and recommending improvements • Calibrate factory measurement equipment to schedule and manage out-of-tolerance actions • Support investigations into complaints, incidents, and out-of-specification results through audits and data analysis • Support NPD trials and product launches, including testing, shelf-life assessment, and taste panels • Provide day-to-day technical support to factory teams, audits, and customer visits • Contribute to Technical KPI delivery through audits, investigations, and proactive improvement actions • Work safely at all times, promoting strong health, safety, and environmental standards What we're looking for • A strong understanding of quality systems, GMP, HACCP, and traceability within a manufacturing environment • A proactive, detail-focused approach with a natural curiosity to challenge and improve standards • Confidence working hands-on on the factory floor, providing clear and practical technical guidance • Ability to audit effectively, identify root causes, and drive corrective and preventative actions • Strong communication skills, able to engage confidently with colleagues at all levels • A collaborative mindset, working effectively within cross-functional teams • Good organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities to deadlines • Commitment to continuous improvement and personal development • A positive, resilient approach aligned to Greencore values We're not all the same at Greencore and our differences help us to make every day taste better for all our stakeholders. We truly put our people at the core and are proud of our diversity. If this sounds like you, join us and grow with Greencore, and be a part of driving our future success. What you'll get in return • Competitive salary and job-related benefits • Holidays • Competitive matched pension up contributions • Life insurance up to 4x salary • Company share save scheme • Greencore Qualifications • Exclusive Greencore employee discount platform • Access to a full Wellbeing Centre platform • Enhanced parental leave and menopause policies Throughout your time at Greencore, you will be supported with on-the-job training and development opportunities to further your career.
Quality Auditor Salary: Competitive salary Benefits: Company share save scheme, Competitive matched pension up contributions, Life insurance up to 4x salary Location: Devizes, SN10 2EU Ways of Working: Site Based Hours of work: 4 on 4 off / 18:00 - 06:00 Contract Type: Permanent Why Greencore? Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, we're one of the UK's leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose: to make every day taste better. As a vibrant and fast-moving business, we're proud to employ over 28,000 talented colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US. Together, we bring delicious food to life. Our products cover every meal occasion from breakfast through to dinner and dessert, with lunch and snacking in between. In FY25, our shared passion helped us achieve combined revenues of approximately £4bn. Our extensive direct to store (DTS) network, with 17 depots across the UK, allows us to deliver fresh and frozen food, both our own and from trusted partners to thousands of stores every day, ensuring consumers enjoy the very best, whenever and wherever they shop. Greencore Desserts is based in Devizes, Wiltshire, and specialises in making chilled desserts such as tarts, yum yums, doughnuts, pies and pastries. The site employs over 550 people and is one of three factories that are part of the Bakkavor Desserts sector in the UK. What you'll be doing In this busy and hands-on role as a Quality Auditor, you'll audit, monitor, and continuously improve quality systems and procedures across site operations. Working closely with operational teams, you'll provide practical technical support while maintaining and promoting quality and food safety standards in line with Greencore, customer, and legal requirements, with guidance from the QA Supervisor or Manager. Role Accountabilities • Audit compliance with QMS, GMP, and HACCP, raising clear non-conformances and driving corrective actions to closure • Apply an inquisitive audit mindset to identify root causes and reduce repeat non-conformances • Conduct traceability audits, efficiently retrieving data and presenting findings clearly • Complete sampling activities to schedule, including microbiological, nutritional, swabs, and organoleptic testing • Prepare, facilitate, and trend taste panels, escalating out-of-specification results and recommending improvements • Calibrate factory measurement equipment to schedule and manage out-of-tolerance actions • Support investigations into complaints, incidents, and out-of-specification results through audits and data analysis • Support NPD trials and product launches, including testing, shelf-life assessment, and taste panels • Provide day-to-day technical support to factory teams, audits, and customer visits • Contribute to Technical KPI delivery through audits, investigations, and proactive improvement actions • Work safely at all times, promoting strong health, safety, and environmental standards What we're looking for • A strong understanding of quality systems, GMP, HACCP, and traceability within a manufacturing environment • A proactive, detail-focused approach with a natural curiosity to challenge and improve standards • Confidence working hands-on on the factory floor, providing clear and practical technical guidance • Ability to audit effectively, identify root causes, and drive corrective and preventative actions • Strong communication skills, able to engage confidently with colleagues at all levels • A collaborative mindset, working effectively within cross-functional teams • Good organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities to deadlines • Commitment to continuous improvement and personal development • A positive, resilient approach aligned to Greencore values We're not all the same at Greencore and our differences help us to make every day taste better for all our stakeholders. We truly put our people at the core and are proud of our diversity. If this sounds like you, join us and grow with Greencore, and be a part of driving our future success. What you'll get in return • Competitive salary and job-related benefits • Holidays • Competitive matched pension contributions • Life insurance up to 4x salary • Company share save scheme • Greencore Qualifications • Exclusive Greencore employee discount platform • Access to a full Wellbeing Centre platform • Enhanced parental leave and menopause policies Throughout your time at Greencore, you will be supported with on-the-job training and development opportunities to further your career.
May 16, 2026
Full time
Quality Auditor Salary: Competitive salary Benefits: Company share save scheme, Competitive matched pension up contributions, Life insurance up to 4x salary Location: Devizes, SN10 2EU Ways of Working: Site Based Hours of work: 4 on 4 off / 18:00 - 06:00 Contract Type: Permanent Why Greencore? Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, we're one of the UK's leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose: to make every day taste better. As a vibrant and fast-moving business, we're proud to employ over 28,000 talented colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US. Together, we bring delicious food to life. Our products cover every meal occasion from breakfast through to dinner and dessert, with lunch and snacking in between. In FY25, our shared passion helped us achieve combined revenues of approximately £4bn. Our extensive direct to store (DTS) network, with 17 depots across the UK, allows us to deliver fresh and frozen food, both our own and from trusted partners to thousands of stores every day, ensuring consumers enjoy the very best, whenever and wherever they shop. Greencore Desserts is based in Devizes, Wiltshire, and specialises in making chilled desserts such as tarts, yum yums, doughnuts, pies and pastries. The site employs over 550 people and is one of three factories that are part of the Bakkavor Desserts sector in the UK. What you'll be doing In this busy and hands-on role as a Quality Auditor, you'll audit, monitor, and continuously improve quality systems and procedures across site operations. Working closely with operational teams, you'll provide practical technical support while maintaining and promoting quality and food safety standards in line with Greencore, customer, and legal requirements, with guidance from the QA Supervisor or Manager. Role Accountabilities • Audit compliance with QMS, GMP, and HACCP, raising clear non-conformances and driving corrective actions to closure • Apply an inquisitive audit mindset to identify root causes and reduce repeat non-conformances • Conduct traceability audits, efficiently retrieving data and presenting findings clearly • Complete sampling activities to schedule, including microbiological, nutritional, swabs, and organoleptic testing • Prepare, facilitate, and trend taste panels, escalating out-of-specification results and recommending improvements • Calibrate factory measurement equipment to schedule and manage out-of-tolerance actions • Support investigations into complaints, incidents, and out-of-specification results through audits and data analysis • Support NPD trials and product launches, including testing, shelf-life assessment, and taste panels • Provide day-to-day technical support to factory teams, audits, and customer visits • Contribute to Technical KPI delivery through audits, investigations, and proactive improvement actions • Work safely at all times, promoting strong health, safety, and environmental standards What we're looking for • A strong understanding of quality systems, GMP, HACCP, and traceability within a manufacturing environment • A proactive, detail-focused approach with a natural curiosity to challenge and improve standards • Confidence working hands-on on the factory floor, providing clear and practical technical guidance • Ability to audit effectively, identify root causes, and drive corrective and preventative actions • Strong communication skills, able to engage confidently with colleagues at all levels • A collaborative mindset, working effectively within cross-functional teams • Good organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities to deadlines • Commitment to continuous improvement and personal development • A positive, resilient approach aligned to Greencore values We're not all the same at Greencore and our differences help us to make every day taste better for all our stakeholders. We truly put our people at the core and are proud of our diversity. If this sounds like you, join us and grow with Greencore, and be a part of driving our future success. What you'll get in return • Competitive salary and job-related benefits • Holidays • Competitive matched pension contributions • Life insurance up to 4x salary • Company share save scheme • Greencore Qualifications • Exclusive Greencore employee discount platform • Access to a full Wellbeing Centre platform • Enhanced parental leave and menopause policies Throughout your time at Greencore, you will be supported with on-the-job training and development opportunities to further your career.
Right Match Recruitment Group is working in partnership with a well established and international organisation based in Rainham, Essex to recruit a forward thinking QA Manager to join their team.This is an exciting, full-time and fixed 9 months maternity cover contract role. Overall purpose of job: Ensure the successful management and development of the QA Team and Quality function including food safety, legal compliance and quality standards. Key areas of responsibility: Primary Responsibilities To manage, maintain and improve company's Health and Safety, Food Safety and Quality standards, and the requirements of any accreditation (ie. BRCGS, FEMAS, ), legislative, and customer requirements. To work in compliance with company's Quality Policy and support the company's Health & Safety and Food Safety & Quality Culture. To operate in line with the requirements detailed within the company's policies and practices detailed within the company's Quality Management System (QMS). Be a champion for food safety & quality throughout the business Lead, manage and develop a team of quality assurance professionals, including, but not limited to, managing performance, setting goals and objectives, and measuring outcomes. Act as front-line contact for quality and/or food safety issues within the manufacturing Within defined levels of responsibility, make decisions on food safety, quality and compliance to standards, to ensure our consumers receives the highest quality product. Lead the site HACCP, with support from the Technical Manager and other business functions Ensure pest control visits take place and ensure agreed recommendations of the pest control company are tracked, trended and implemented. Identify, develop and implement Food Safety and Quality Assurance policies and procedures as required Manage and support NCR & DMR processes internally and externally ensuring a thorough and appropriate RCA is provided with supporting corrective actions Play an active role in solving quality issues, continuous improvement programmes, and other quality and/or Food Safety projects Carry-out audit activities such as GMP audits, GHP audits and Internal audits as required Additional Responsibilities Support Food Defence activities such as Horizon Scanning, facilitating communication within the site to mitigate risk to the business as required. Lead and facilitate Technical Department administrative activities such as sampling, calibration, consumable monitoring & restocking etc. Lead and/or support training for peers with relation to food safety and/or quality Record and monitor all consumer/customer complaints, facilitate investigation, closure and Support the business' Food Safety & Quality Culture plan Participate and/or lead external and third-party audits as Liaising with internal and external stakeholders as required Deputise for the Technical Manager as required by the business Support for Technical Department and/or other business functions as and when required Qualifications/Experience required: Minimum of 5 years' experience within a similar role and industry HACCP level 3 Strong knowledge of food safety regulations, BRCGS Requirements, and best practices Demonstrable experience of managing a team Proven track record of quality improvement activities Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer-based skills Desirables Bachelor's degree in food science or other related field Food Safety Level 3 Experience of Thermal Processing activities Audit trained (Internal or Lead Auditor) Ability to develop and deliver training programmes If you are interested please apply directly or call Tom Kurczab at Right Match Recruitment Group.
May 15, 2026
Contractor
Right Match Recruitment Group is working in partnership with a well established and international organisation based in Rainham, Essex to recruit a forward thinking QA Manager to join their team.This is an exciting, full-time and fixed 9 months maternity cover contract role. Overall purpose of job: Ensure the successful management and development of the QA Team and Quality function including food safety, legal compliance and quality standards. Key areas of responsibility: Primary Responsibilities To manage, maintain and improve company's Health and Safety, Food Safety and Quality standards, and the requirements of any accreditation (ie. BRCGS, FEMAS, ), legislative, and customer requirements. To work in compliance with company's Quality Policy and support the company's Health & Safety and Food Safety & Quality Culture. To operate in line with the requirements detailed within the company's policies and practices detailed within the company's Quality Management System (QMS). Be a champion for food safety & quality throughout the business Lead, manage and develop a team of quality assurance professionals, including, but not limited to, managing performance, setting goals and objectives, and measuring outcomes. Act as front-line contact for quality and/or food safety issues within the manufacturing Within defined levels of responsibility, make decisions on food safety, quality and compliance to standards, to ensure our consumers receives the highest quality product. Lead the site HACCP, with support from the Technical Manager and other business functions Ensure pest control visits take place and ensure agreed recommendations of the pest control company are tracked, trended and implemented. Identify, develop and implement Food Safety and Quality Assurance policies and procedures as required Manage and support NCR & DMR processes internally and externally ensuring a thorough and appropriate RCA is provided with supporting corrective actions Play an active role in solving quality issues, continuous improvement programmes, and other quality and/or Food Safety projects Carry-out audit activities such as GMP audits, GHP audits and Internal audits as required Additional Responsibilities Support Food Defence activities such as Horizon Scanning, facilitating communication within the site to mitigate risk to the business as required. Lead and facilitate Technical Department administrative activities such as sampling, calibration, consumable monitoring & restocking etc. Lead and/or support training for peers with relation to food safety and/or quality Record and monitor all consumer/customer complaints, facilitate investigation, closure and Support the business' Food Safety & Quality Culture plan Participate and/or lead external and third-party audits as Liaising with internal and external stakeholders as required Deputise for the Technical Manager as required by the business Support for Technical Department and/or other business functions as and when required Qualifications/Experience required: Minimum of 5 years' experience within a similar role and industry HACCP level 3 Strong knowledge of food safety regulations, BRCGS Requirements, and best practices Demonstrable experience of managing a team Proven track record of quality improvement activities Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer-based skills Desirables Bachelor's degree in food science or other related field Food Safety Level 3 Experience of Thermal Processing activities Audit trained (Internal or Lead Auditor) Ability to develop and deliver training programmes If you are interested please apply directly or call Tom Kurczab at Right Match Recruitment Group.
Right Match Recruitment Group is working in partnership with a well established and international organisation based in Rainham, Essex to recruit a forward thinking Compliance Technologist to join their team.This is an exciting, full-time and fixed 9 months maternity cover contract role. Overall purpose of job: Champion Technical compliance to food safety, legal requirements and quality standards by ensuring successful management of specifications and suppliers, and supporting internal compliance processes Key areas of responsibility: Primary Responsibilities To maintain and improve company's Health and Safety, Food Safety and Quality standards, and the requirements of any accreditation (ie. BRCGS, FEMAS, etc.), legislative, and customer requirements. To work in compliance with company's Quality Policy and support the company's Health & Safety and Food Safety & Quality Culture. To operate in line with the requirements detailed within the company's policies and practices detailed within the company's Quality Management System (QMS). Be a champion for food safety & quality throughout the business Manage, record and monitor consumer/customer complaints. Facilitate investigation, closure and trending. Manage and maintain raw material and finished product specifications Manage and maintain documentation relating to suppliers and raw materials Support the artwork process, including artwork approvals and pack copy creation Support Non-Conformance Reporting (NCR) & Damaged Material Reporting (DMR) processes, ensuring thorough & appropriate Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and corrective actions. Support administrative activities such as sampling, calibration, consumable monitoring & restocking etc. Play an active role in solving quality issues, continuous improvement programmes, and other quality and/or Food Safety projects Identify, develop and implement Food Safety and/or Quality policies and procedures as required, alongside relevant business stakeholders Additional Responsibilities Support monthly trending of identified KPI's Create the monthly Technical communication and share with internal stakeholders Participate in external and third-party audits as required. Co-ordinate and support internal audit activities such as Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) audits, Glass & Hard Plastic (GHP) audits and QMS audits as required. Liaise with internal and external stakeholders as required Support the business' Food Safety & Quality Culture plan Support continuous improvement programs, and other quality and/or Food Safety projects Support for Technical Department and/or other business functions as and when required. Undertake any other duties, as considered by the business to be within scope of role. Qualifications/Experience required: Minimum of 3 years' experience within a similar role and/or industry HACCP level 2 Awareness of food safety regulations, BRCGS Requirements, and best practices Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer-based skills Desirables Bachelor's degree in food science or other related field Food Safety Level 2 Experience of Thermal Processing activities Audit trained (Internal or Lead Auditor) If you are interested please apply directly or call Tom Kurczab at Right Match Recruitment Group.
May 15, 2026
Contractor
Right Match Recruitment Group is working in partnership with a well established and international organisation based in Rainham, Essex to recruit a forward thinking Compliance Technologist to join their team.This is an exciting, full-time and fixed 9 months maternity cover contract role. Overall purpose of job: Champion Technical compliance to food safety, legal requirements and quality standards by ensuring successful management of specifications and suppliers, and supporting internal compliance processes Key areas of responsibility: Primary Responsibilities To maintain and improve company's Health and Safety, Food Safety and Quality standards, and the requirements of any accreditation (ie. BRCGS, FEMAS, etc.), legislative, and customer requirements. To work in compliance with company's Quality Policy and support the company's Health & Safety and Food Safety & Quality Culture. To operate in line with the requirements detailed within the company's policies and practices detailed within the company's Quality Management System (QMS). Be a champion for food safety & quality throughout the business Manage, record and monitor consumer/customer complaints. Facilitate investigation, closure and trending. Manage and maintain raw material and finished product specifications Manage and maintain documentation relating to suppliers and raw materials Support the artwork process, including artwork approvals and pack copy creation Support Non-Conformance Reporting (NCR) & Damaged Material Reporting (DMR) processes, ensuring thorough & appropriate Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and corrective actions. Support administrative activities such as sampling, calibration, consumable monitoring & restocking etc. Play an active role in solving quality issues, continuous improvement programmes, and other quality and/or Food Safety projects Identify, develop and implement Food Safety and/or Quality policies and procedures as required, alongside relevant business stakeholders Additional Responsibilities Support monthly trending of identified KPI's Create the monthly Technical communication and share with internal stakeholders Participate in external and third-party audits as required. Co-ordinate and support internal audit activities such as Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) audits, Glass & Hard Plastic (GHP) audits and QMS audits as required. Liaise with internal and external stakeholders as required Support the business' Food Safety & Quality Culture plan Support continuous improvement programs, and other quality and/or Food Safety projects Support for Technical Department and/or other business functions as and when required. Undertake any other duties, as considered by the business to be within scope of role. Qualifications/Experience required: Minimum of 3 years' experience within a similar role and/or industry HACCP level 2 Awareness of food safety regulations, BRCGS Requirements, and best practices Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer-based skills Desirables Bachelor's degree in food science or other related field Food Safety Level 2 Experience of Thermal Processing activities Audit trained (Internal or Lead Auditor) If you are interested please apply directly or call Tom Kurczab at Right Match Recruitment Group.
A popular food business is looking for an experienced Technical Services Manager! You'll be an advocate for high Food Safety standards, a driver of continuous improvement, and have solid knowledge of BRC, retailer COPs, customer requirements, and specifications. The role will take ownership of the QMS, ensuring compliance, maintaining standards, and supporting customer relationships across the business. In addition a confident communicator with the ability to adapt quickly in an evolving market. Their responsibilities for the role include: Management of internal QMS, non-conformances, investigations and sustainable corrective actions implemented Effective management and communication of detailed reports/updates on performance Supporting the Technical team in HACCP studies, reviewing records for compliance to procedures and updating where required Online portals review and updates Key contact for customer and suppliers for quality issues What is your new employer looking for - displays genuine commitment, communicates with confidence with all levels from the factory teams and senior management to customers. UK Food Manufacturing will be required, Food Related Degree Level or an equivalent standard Qualification, HACCP qualifications. Lead Auditor qualifications desirable If you meet the above criteria and wish to apply for this great then click the link - alternatively you can send through your C.V to (url removed) or phone (phone number removed). As you know over here at Zest we like to do things properly and always want to keep you, the candidate in the loop. Applying to this 'one of a kind' role you give Zest permission to hold your information. If you want to know more about how Zest look after your personal information please visit our privacy policy on the website (url removed)
May 15, 2026
Contractor
A popular food business is looking for an experienced Technical Services Manager! You'll be an advocate for high Food Safety standards, a driver of continuous improvement, and have solid knowledge of BRC, retailer COPs, customer requirements, and specifications. The role will take ownership of the QMS, ensuring compliance, maintaining standards, and supporting customer relationships across the business. In addition a confident communicator with the ability to adapt quickly in an evolving market. Their responsibilities for the role include: Management of internal QMS, non-conformances, investigations and sustainable corrective actions implemented Effective management and communication of detailed reports/updates on performance Supporting the Technical team in HACCP studies, reviewing records for compliance to procedures and updating where required Online portals review and updates Key contact for customer and suppliers for quality issues What is your new employer looking for - displays genuine commitment, communicates with confidence with all levels from the factory teams and senior management to customers. UK Food Manufacturing will be required, Food Related Degree Level or an equivalent standard Qualification, HACCP qualifications. Lead Auditor qualifications desirable If you meet the above criteria and wish to apply for this great then click the link - alternatively you can send through your C.V to (url removed) or phone (phone number removed). As you know over here at Zest we like to do things properly and always want to keep you, the candidate in the loop. Applying to this 'one of a kind' role you give Zest permission to hold your information. If you want to know more about how Zest look after your personal information please visit our privacy policy on the website (url removed)
Food Safety & Quality Assurance Manager Salary: 42,000 - 45,000 Location: UK food manufacturing site Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Overview An established food manufacturing business supplying retail and wholesale customers is looking for an experienced Food Safety & Quality Assurance Manager to lead site-wide food safety, quality, and compliance. This is a hands-on technical leadership role, responsible for ensuring compliance with UK legislation, customer standards, and third-party certifications, while driving continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities Lead site food safety, quality, and legal compliance (incl. BRCGS). Maintain HACCP, allergen management, traceability, and labelling controls. Manage third-party, customer, and regulatory audits. Oversee complaints, investigations, and corrective actions. Manage supplier approval and raw material compliance. Ensure strong GMP, hygiene standards, and environmental monitoring. Support recall and incident management processes. Line manage and develop the QA team. Person Specification 3-5 years' experience in food manufacturing. Strong working knowledge of HACCP, GMP, allergens, and UK food law. Proven experience leading BRCGS or equivalent audits. Advanced HACCP qualification. Internal or Lead Auditor qualification. Confident people manager with a proactive, improvement-led approach.
May 15, 2026
Full time
Food Safety & Quality Assurance Manager Salary: 42,000 - 45,000 Location: UK food manufacturing site Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Overview An established food manufacturing business supplying retail and wholesale customers is looking for an experienced Food Safety & Quality Assurance Manager to lead site-wide food safety, quality, and compliance. This is a hands-on technical leadership role, responsible for ensuring compliance with UK legislation, customer standards, and third-party certifications, while driving continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities Lead site food safety, quality, and legal compliance (incl. BRCGS). Maintain HACCP, allergen management, traceability, and labelling controls. Manage third-party, customer, and regulatory audits. Oversee complaints, investigations, and corrective actions. Manage supplier approval and raw material compliance. Ensure strong GMP, hygiene standards, and environmental monitoring. Support recall and incident management processes. Line manage and develop the QA team. Person Specification 3-5 years' experience in food manufacturing. Strong working knowledge of HACCP, GMP, allergens, and UK food law. Proven experience leading BRCGS or equivalent audits. Advanced HACCP qualification. Internal or Lead Auditor qualification. Confident people manager with a proactive, improvement-led approach.
Quality Auditor Salary: Competitive salary Benefits: Company share save scheme, Competitive matched pension contributions, Life insurance up to 4x salary Location: Highbridge, TA9 4JR Ways of Working: Site Based Hours of work: 4 on 4 off rotating shift (Day shift 06:00-18:00 2 consecutive shifts) (Night shift 18:00-06:00 2 consecuctive shifts) Contract Type: Permanent Colleagues whose roles are at risk of redundancy and who meet essential role criteria will be given priority consideration for this role. Why Greencore? Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, we're one of the UK's leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose: to make every day taste better. As a vibrant and fast-moving business, we're proud to employ over 28,000 talented colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US. Together, we bring delicious food to life. Our products cover every meal occasion from breakfast through to dinner and dessert, with lunch and snacking in between. In FY25, our shared passion helped us achieve combined revenues of approximately £4bn. Our extensive direct to store (DTS) network, with 17 depots across the UK, allows us to deliver fresh and frozen food, both our own and from trusted partners, to thousands of stores every day, ensuring consumers enjoy the very best, whenever and wherever they shop. Our site in Highbridge, which is one of our four Desserts sites in the UK, specialises in Cheesecake and Tarts, working closely with our sister site in Devizes that specialise in baked goods. What you'll be doing In this busy and hands-on role as a Quality Auditor, you'll audit, monitor, and continuously improve quality systems and procedures across site operations. Working closely with operational teams, you'll provide practical technical support while maintaining and promoting quality and food safety standards in line with Greencore, customer, and legal requirements, with guidance from the QA Supervisor or Manager. Role Accountabilities • Audit compliance with QMS, GMP, and HACCP, raising clear non-conformances and driving corrective actions to closure • Apply an inquisitive audit mindset to identify root causes and reduce repeat non-conformances • Conduct traceability audits, efficiently retrieving data and presenting findings clearly • Complete sampling activities to schedule, including microbiological, nutritional, swabs, and organoleptic testing • Prepare, facilitate, and trend taste panels, escalating out-of-specification results and recommending improvements • Calibrate factory measurement equipment to schedule and manage out-of-tolerance actions • Support investigations into complaints, incidents, and out-of-specification results through audits and data analysis • Support NPD trials and product launches, including testing, shelf-life assessment, and taste panels • Provide day-to-day technical support to factory teams, audits, and customer visits • Contribute to Technical KPI delivery through audits, investigations, and proactive improvement actions • Work safely at all times, promoting strong health, safety, and environmental standards What we're looking for • A strong understanding of quality systems, GMP, HACCP, and traceability within a manufacturing environment • A proactive, detail-focused approach with a natural curiosity to challenge and improve standards • Confidence working hands-on on the factory floor, providing clear and practical technical guidance • Ability to audit effectively, identify root causes, and drive corrective and preventative actions • Strong communication skills, able to engage confidently with colleagues at all levels • A collaborative mindset, working effectively within cross-functional teams • Good organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities to deadlines • Commitment to continuous improvement and personal development • A positive, resilient approach aligned to Greencore values We're not all the same at Greencore and our differences help us to make every day taste better for all our stakeholders. We truly put our people at the core and are proud of our diversity. If this sounds like you, join us and grow with Greencore, and be a part of driving our future success. What you'll get in return • Competitive salary and job-related benefits • Holidays • Competitive matched pension contributions • Life insurance up to 4x salary • Company share save scheme • Greencore Qualifications • Exclusive Greencore employee discount platform • Access to a full Wellbeing Centre platform • Enhanced parental leave and menopause policies Throughout your time at Greencore, you will be supported with on-the-job training and development opportunities to further your career.
May 15, 2026
Full time
Quality Auditor Salary: Competitive salary Benefits: Company share save scheme, Competitive matched pension contributions, Life insurance up to 4x salary Location: Highbridge, TA9 4JR Ways of Working: Site Based Hours of work: 4 on 4 off rotating shift (Day shift 06:00-18:00 2 consecutive shifts) (Night shift 18:00-06:00 2 consecuctive shifts) Contract Type: Permanent Colleagues whose roles are at risk of redundancy and who meet essential role criteria will be given priority consideration for this role. Why Greencore? Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, we're one of the UK's leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose: to make every day taste better. As a vibrant and fast-moving business, we're proud to employ over 28,000 talented colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US. Together, we bring delicious food to life. Our products cover every meal occasion from breakfast through to dinner and dessert, with lunch and snacking in between. In FY25, our shared passion helped us achieve combined revenues of approximately £4bn. Our extensive direct to store (DTS) network, with 17 depots across the UK, allows us to deliver fresh and frozen food, both our own and from trusted partners, to thousands of stores every day, ensuring consumers enjoy the very best, whenever and wherever they shop. Our site in Highbridge, which is one of our four Desserts sites in the UK, specialises in Cheesecake and Tarts, working closely with our sister site in Devizes that specialise in baked goods. What you'll be doing In this busy and hands-on role as a Quality Auditor, you'll audit, monitor, and continuously improve quality systems and procedures across site operations. Working closely with operational teams, you'll provide practical technical support while maintaining and promoting quality and food safety standards in line with Greencore, customer, and legal requirements, with guidance from the QA Supervisor or Manager. Role Accountabilities • Audit compliance with QMS, GMP, and HACCP, raising clear non-conformances and driving corrective actions to closure • Apply an inquisitive audit mindset to identify root causes and reduce repeat non-conformances • Conduct traceability audits, efficiently retrieving data and presenting findings clearly • Complete sampling activities to schedule, including microbiological, nutritional, swabs, and organoleptic testing • Prepare, facilitate, and trend taste panels, escalating out-of-specification results and recommending improvements • Calibrate factory measurement equipment to schedule and manage out-of-tolerance actions • Support investigations into complaints, incidents, and out-of-specification results through audits and data analysis • Support NPD trials and product launches, including testing, shelf-life assessment, and taste panels • Provide day-to-day technical support to factory teams, audits, and customer visits • Contribute to Technical KPI delivery through audits, investigations, and proactive improvement actions • Work safely at all times, promoting strong health, safety, and environmental standards What we're looking for • A strong understanding of quality systems, GMP, HACCP, and traceability within a manufacturing environment • A proactive, detail-focused approach with a natural curiosity to challenge and improve standards • Confidence working hands-on on the factory floor, providing clear and practical technical guidance • Ability to audit effectively, identify root causes, and drive corrective and preventative actions • Strong communication skills, able to engage confidently with colleagues at all levels • A collaborative mindset, working effectively within cross-functional teams • Good organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities to deadlines • Commitment to continuous improvement and personal development • A positive, resilient approach aligned to Greencore values We're not all the same at Greencore and our differences help us to make every day taste better for all our stakeholders. We truly put our people at the core and are proud of our diversity. If this sounds like you, join us and grow with Greencore, and be a part of driving our future success. What you'll get in return • Competitive salary and job-related benefits • Holidays • Competitive matched pension contributions • Life insurance up to 4x salary • Company share save scheme • Greencore Qualifications • Exclusive Greencore employee discount platform • Access to a full Wellbeing Centre platform • Enhanced parental leave and menopause policies Throughout your time at Greencore, you will be supported with on-the-job training and development opportunities to further your career.
Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD
Southampton, Hampshire
Position: Health, Safety & Compliance Manager Location: Southampton Salary: 40,000 - 45,000 (DOE) Our client, a market-leading packaging manufacturer, is seeking a Health, Safety & Compliance Manager to join their growing operation. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role within a business committed to continuous investment, operational excellence, and sustainable manufacturing practices. The role will focus on maintaining and improving health & safety standards across the business, while ensuring compliance with BRC accreditation, ISO standards, and all relevant legislation. Job Overview Manage and continuously improve the company's Health & Safety systems and culture Ensure compliance with all relevant Health & Safety legislation and industry standards Lead and maintain BRC accreditation and ISO compliance standards Plan, coordinate, and manage internal and external audits Investigate incidents, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions Deliver Health & Safety and compliance training across the business Maintain company policies, procedures, and compliance documentation Liaise with regulatory bodies, auditors, and external stakeholders Support continuous improvement initiatives across operations and compliance functions Promote a proactive safety-first culture throughout the organisation Job Requirements Previous experience within a Health & Safety and compliance-focused role Strong understanding of Health & Safety legislation and compliance procedures Experience managing audits and certification processes Knowledge of BRC standards and ISO frameworks preferred NEBOSH qualification or equivalent preferred Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail Desirable Experience Experience within manufacturing, packaging, food production, or industrial environments Lead Auditor qualification (ISO or BRC) Experience implementing or improving management systems Salary & Benefits 40,000 - 45,000 (dependent on experience) Monday - Friday, 08:00 - 17:00 28 days holiday including Bank Holidays Competitive benefits package Ongoing professional development opportunities Supportive and collaborative working environment Opportunity to make a significant impact within a growing business Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.
May 14, 2026
Full time
Position: Health, Safety & Compliance Manager Location: Southampton Salary: 40,000 - 45,000 (DOE) Our client, a market-leading packaging manufacturer, is seeking a Health, Safety & Compliance Manager to join their growing operation. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role within a business committed to continuous investment, operational excellence, and sustainable manufacturing practices. The role will focus on maintaining and improving health & safety standards across the business, while ensuring compliance with BRC accreditation, ISO standards, and all relevant legislation. Job Overview Manage and continuously improve the company's Health & Safety systems and culture Ensure compliance with all relevant Health & Safety legislation and industry standards Lead and maintain BRC accreditation and ISO compliance standards Plan, coordinate, and manage internal and external audits Investigate incidents, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions Deliver Health & Safety and compliance training across the business Maintain company policies, procedures, and compliance documentation Liaise with regulatory bodies, auditors, and external stakeholders Support continuous improvement initiatives across operations and compliance functions Promote a proactive safety-first culture throughout the organisation Job Requirements Previous experience within a Health & Safety and compliance-focused role Strong understanding of Health & Safety legislation and compliance procedures Experience managing audits and certification processes Knowledge of BRC standards and ISO frameworks preferred NEBOSH qualification or equivalent preferred Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail Desirable Experience Experience within manufacturing, packaging, food production, or industrial environments Lead Auditor qualification (ISO or BRC) Experience implementing or improving management systems Salary & Benefits 40,000 - 45,000 (dependent on experience) Monday - Friday, 08:00 - 17:00 28 days holiday including Bank Holidays Competitive benefits package Ongoing professional development opportunities Supportive and collaborative working environment Opportunity to make a significant impact within a growing business Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.
Senior Technical Manager Food Manufacturing Location: Bristol Salary c£60,000 + Bonus and associated Benefits We are looking for an experienced and ambitious Senior Technical Manager to lead food safety, quality and compliance across a food manufacturer who sits within the Food Service sector This is a senior leadership role with responsibility for shaping and embedding a best-in-class food safety culture, ensuring the business is fully audit-ready every day, and leading all technical and hygiene functions across the organisation. You will work closely with operational and commercial teams, key customers and external auditors to ensure the highest standards of compliance, quality and continuous improvement are maintained. The role is based in Bristol, but there will be travel required to their satellite site based in Wiltshire 1 2 times a month Senior Technical Manager Key Responsibilities Lead and develop the technical and hygiene teams to support current operations and future growth Define and deliver the company s food safety and quality strategy Drive a strong food safety culture across the business Ensure full compliance with all food safety, legal and customer requirements Maintain BRC accreditation at Grade A or above Lead all customer, third-party and regulatory audits Develop and monitor technical KPIs and continuous improvement plans Oversee HACCP, allergen management, GMP and traceability systems Build strong relationships with key customer technical teams Investigate and resolve customer complaints through root cause analysis and corrective actions Review and improve Health & Safety systems in collaboration with site leadership Senior Technical Manager Essential Skills & Experience Degree qualified or equivalent in Food Science, Food Technology or related discipline Significant senior technical leadership experience within food manufacturing Strong knowledge of BRC standards, HACCP and food safety legislation Experience leading customer and third-party audits Proven team leadership and people development skills Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities If the role is of interest, then please send your CV today
May 14, 2026
Full time
Senior Technical Manager Food Manufacturing Location: Bristol Salary c£60,000 + Bonus and associated Benefits We are looking for an experienced and ambitious Senior Technical Manager to lead food safety, quality and compliance across a food manufacturer who sits within the Food Service sector This is a senior leadership role with responsibility for shaping and embedding a best-in-class food safety culture, ensuring the business is fully audit-ready every day, and leading all technical and hygiene functions across the organisation. You will work closely with operational and commercial teams, key customers and external auditors to ensure the highest standards of compliance, quality and continuous improvement are maintained. The role is based in Bristol, but there will be travel required to their satellite site based in Wiltshire 1 2 times a month Senior Technical Manager Key Responsibilities Lead and develop the technical and hygiene teams to support current operations and future growth Define and deliver the company s food safety and quality strategy Drive a strong food safety culture across the business Ensure full compliance with all food safety, legal and customer requirements Maintain BRC accreditation at Grade A or above Lead all customer, third-party and regulatory audits Develop and monitor technical KPIs and continuous improvement plans Oversee HACCP, allergen management, GMP and traceability systems Build strong relationships with key customer technical teams Investigate and resolve customer complaints through root cause analysis and corrective actions Review and improve Health & Safety systems in collaboration with site leadership Senior Technical Manager Essential Skills & Experience Degree qualified or equivalent in Food Science, Food Technology or related discipline Significant senior technical leadership experience within food manufacturing Strong knowledge of BRC standards, HACCP and food safety legislation Experience leading customer and third-party audits Proven team leadership and people development skills Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities If the role is of interest, then please send your CV today
Head of Technical - Food Manufacturing Location: Bristol Salary c£60,000 + Bonus and associated Benefits We are looking for an experienced and ambitious Head of Technical to lead food safety, quality and compliance across a food manufacturer who sits within the Food Service sector This is a senior leadership role with responsibility for shaping and embedding a best-in-class food safety culture, ensuring the business is fully audit-ready every day, and leading all technical and hygiene functions across the organisation. You will work closely with operational and commercial teams, key customers and external auditors to ensure the highest standards of compliance, quality and continuous improvement are maintained. The role is based in Bristol, but there will be travel required to their satellite site based in Wiltshire 1 2 times a month Head of Technical Key Responsibilities Lead and develop the technical and hygiene teams to support current operations and future growth Define and deliver the company s food safety and quality strategy Drive a strong food safety culture across the business Ensure full compliance with all food safety, legal and customer requirements Maintain BRC accreditation at Grade A or above Lead all customer, third-party and regulatory audits Develop and monitor technical KPIs and continuous improvement plans Oversee HACCP, allergen management, GMP and traceability systems Build strong relationships with key customer technical teams Investigate and resolve customer complaints through root cause analysis and corrective actions Review and improve Health & Safety systems in collaboration with site leadership Head of Technical Essential Skills & Experience Degree qualified or equivalent in Food Science, Food Technology or related discipline Significant senior technical leadership experience within food manufacturing Strong knowledge of BRC standards, HACCP and food safety legislation Experience leading customer and third-party audits Proven team leadership and people development skills Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities If the role is of interest, then please send your CV today
May 14, 2026
Full time
Head of Technical - Food Manufacturing Location: Bristol Salary c£60,000 + Bonus and associated Benefits We are looking for an experienced and ambitious Head of Technical to lead food safety, quality and compliance across a food manufacturer who sits within the Food Service sector This is a senior leadership role with responsibility for shaping and embedding a best-in-class food safety culture, ensuring the business is fully audit-ready every day, and leading all technical and hygiene functions across the organisation. You will work closely with operational and commercial teams, key customers and external auditors to ensure the highest standards of compliance, quality and continuous improvement are maintained. The role is based in Bristol, but there will be travel required to their satellite site based in Wiltshire 1 2 times a month Head of Technical Key Responsibilities Lead and develop the technical and hygiene teams to support current operations and future growth Define and deliver the company s food safety and quality strategy Drive a strong food safety culture across the business Ensure full compliance with all food safety, legal and customer requirements Maintain BRC accreditation at Grade A or above Lead all customer, third-party and regulatory audits Develop and monitor technical KPIs and continuous improvement plans Oversee HACCP, allergen management, GMP and traceability systems Build strong relationships with key customer technical teams Investigate and resolve customer complaints through root cause analysis and corrective actions Review and improve Health & Safety systems in collaboration with site leadership Head of Technical Essential Skills & Experience Degree qualified or equivalent in Food Science, Food Technology or related discipline Significant senior technical leadership experience within food manufacturing Strong knowledge of BRC standards, HACCP and food safety legislation Experience leading customer and third-party audits Proven team leadership and people development skills Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities If the role is of interest, then please send your CV today
Job Title: Quality Assurance Supervisor Location: Tarleton, PR4 6LJ Salary: Up to 35,000 per year Job type: Permanent, Full-time. Monday to Friday. This role offers flexible working hours to meet the requirements of both the business and the employee. Bryans Salads are currently recruiting for a passionate Quality Assurance Supervisor to join our rapidly expanding site in Tarleton, PR4 6LJ. About Bryan's Salads: Bryans Salads Ltd is a third-generation family business based in the rural moss lands of Tarleton, Lancashire. We specialize in washed, ready-to-eat sliced lettuce and salad leaf, and we also produce high-quality ready-to-cook vegetable packs and salad bowls (with or without added protein) for the catering and food service industry. About the Role: We are looking for a dedicated QA Supervisor to join our expanding team. This role is critical in ensuring that all products meet the highest standards of quality, safety, and compliance. The QA Supervisor will oversee daily quality assurance activities on site, supporting and guiding a team of QA Assistants, maintaining compliance with customer and industry standards, and driving continuous improvements across the site. Food production experience is essential. Experience with fresh produce will be considered a strong advantage. Key Responsibilities: Supervise and support the QA team, ensuring consistent performance and training. Monitor product quality and take action to address non-conformances. Maintain compliance with BRCGS standards, customer codes of practice, and industry legislation. Conduct gap analyses and implement improvement plans. Assist with training, ensuring company policies and procedures are effectively communicated. Actively participate in HACCP meetings and support with documentation updates. Lead and support internal and external audits. Analyse quality and technical data, providing reports and corrective actions as required. Knowledge & Specific Job Skills: Essential; Level 3 HACCP and Level 3 Food Safety Internal Auditing training Understanding of food microbiology and allergens management Experience maintaining a Quality Management System (QMS) to BRC standards Strong Excel/data analysis skills Desirable; Experience in fresh produce or chilled food manufacturing Benefits: Life insurance Company pension Free on-site parking Canteen access Casual dress Please click on the APPLY button to send your CV for this role. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; ISO 9001, Quality, Quality Inspector, Quality Assessor, Quality Manager, Quality Management Systems, Auditor, Security Auditor, Fire Inspector, Fire and Security Officer, Fire and Security Auditor, Compliance, Health and Safety, Security, Compliance Administrator, Compliance Coordinator, Compliance Officer, Compliance Advisor, Compliance Handler, Compliance Specialist, EHS, EHSQ, Quality Administrator, Quality Coordinator, Quality Control, Project Coordinator, Health and Safety Manager, Health and Safety Administrator, Health and Safety Coordinator, will also be considered for this role.
Oct 08, 2025
Full time
Job Title: Quality Assurance Supervisor Location: Tarleton, PR4 6LJ Salary: Up to 35,000 per year Job type: Permanent, Full-time. Monday to Friday. This role offers flexible working hours to meet the requirements of both the business and the employee. Bryans Salads are currently recruiting for a passionate Quality Assurance Supervisor to join our rapidly expanding site in Tarleton, PR4 6LJ. About Bryan's Salads: Bryans Salads Ltd is a third-generation family business based in the rural moss lands of Tarleton, Lancashire. We specialize in washed, ready-to-eat sliced lettuce and salad leaf, and we also produce high-quality ready-to-cook vegetable packs and salad bowls (with or without added protein) for the catering and food service industry. About the Role: We are looking for a dedicated QA Supervisor to join our expanding team. This role is critical in ensuring that all products meet the highest standards of quality, safety, and compliance. The QA Supervisor will oversee daily quality assurance activities on site, supporting and guiding a team of QA Assistants, maintaining compliance with customer and industry standards, and driving continuous improvements across the site. Food production experience is essential. Experience with fresh produce will be considered a strong advantage. Key Responsibilities: Supervise and support the QA team, ensuring consistent performance and training. Monitor product quality and take action to address non-conformances. Maintain compliance with BRCGS standards, customer codes of practice, and industry legislation. Conduct gap analyses and implement improvement plans. Assist with training, ensuring company policies and procedures are effectively communicated. Actively participate in HACCP meetings and support with documentation updates. Lead and support internal and external audits. Analyse quality and technical data, providing reports and corrective actions as required. Knowledge & Specific Job Skills: Essential; Level 3 HACCP and Level 3 Food Safety Internal Auditing training Understanding of food microbiology and allergens management Experience maintaining a Quality Management System (QMS) to BRC standards Strong Excel/data analysis skills Desirable; Experience in fresh produce or chilled food manufacturing Benefits: Life insurance Company pension Free on-site parking Canteen access Casual dress Please click on the APPLY button to send your CV for this role. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; ISO 9001, Quality, Quality Inspector, Quality Assessor, Quality Manager, Quality Management Systems, Auditor, Security Auditor, Fire Inspector, Fire and Security Officer, Fire and Security Auditor, Compliance, Health and Safety, Security, Compliance Administrator, Compliance Coordinator, Compliance Officer, Compliance Advisor, Compliance Handler, Compliance Specialist, EHS, EHSQ, Quality Administrator, Quality Coordinator, Quality Control, Project Coordinator, Health and Safety Manager, Health and Safety Administrator, Health and Safety Coordinator, will also be considered for this role.
Jonathan Lee Recruitment Ltd
Great Chatwell, Shropshire
TECHNICAL MANAGER REQUIRED IN NEWPORT, SHROPSHIRE Are you an experienced Technical Manager from the food manufacturing industry who is actively seeking a new job, and do you live in Shropshire or are you able to get to Shropshire daily?! We are actively seeking an experienced Technical Manager for a food production business based in Newport, Shropshire, the working hours for this job is day shifts (8am-5pm) Monday to Friday, and the job comes with a basic salary up to £45,000 per annum, with a £5,000 car allowance also available. The hiring manager is looking for someone with Supplier Assurance / Supplier Auditing experience, and they are looking for someone who is Lead Auditor trained and has a good working knowledge of Smeta/GRASP. We are looking for someone who holds a HACCP Level 3 qualification as a minimum requirement. Some occasional travel will be required to visit customers (both UK and overseas), so you must also hold a valid passport. What You Will Do: Manage and continuously improve supplier approval and monitoring processes to ensure compliance with BRC, regulatory, customer, and industry standards. Conduct supplier audits, including regular travel to assess and enhance supplier performance. Oversee the approval and annual performance review of suppliers and service providers. Collaborate with the Technical Team to review and update VACCP/TACCP and raw material risk assessments. Create and maintain raw material micro and chemical schedules, investigating non-conformances and reporting exceedances. Drive technical and ethical projects across the supply base, identifying continuous improvement opportunities. What You Will Bring: Proven experience in supplier approval, monitoring, and audits within the food industry. Strong knowledge of BRC, Red Tractor/Global GAP, LEAF, and ethical compliance standards such as Smeta and GRASP. HACCP Level 3 certification and Lead Auditor training. Excellent communication skills and a customer-focused mindset. A proactive attitude with commercial awareness and a commitment to driving quality improvements. This company is committed to delivering high-quality products while fostering a culture of food safety and excellence. As a Technical Manager, you will play a pivotal role in achieving third-party accreditations, supporting customer audits, and working closely with cross-functional teams to uphold the company's dedication to quality and ethical standards. Your contributions will directly support the company's mission to maintain strong supplier relationships and ensure the highest standards of food production. Location: This role is based in Newport, Shropshire. Interested?: If you're ready to make a difference and take on a rewarding challenge, apply today to become the Supplier Technical Manager. Don't miss the chance to join a forward-thinking company where your expertise will be valued and your career can flourish. Submit your CV now and take the first step towards an exciting new chapter! Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency. In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.
Oct 08, 2025
Full time
TECHNICAL MANAGER REQUIRED IN NEWPORT, SHROPSHIRE Are you an experienced Technical Manager from the food manufacturing industry who is actively seeking a new job, and do you live in Shropshire or are you able to get to Shropshire daily?! We are actively seeking an experienced Technical Manager for a food production business based in Newport, Shropshire, the working hours for this job is day shifts (8am-5pm) Monday to Friday, and the job comes with a basic salary up to £45,000 per annum, with a £5,000 car allowance also available. The hiring manager is looking for someone with Supplier Assurance / Supplier Auditing experience, and they are looking for someone who is Lead Auditor trained and has a good working knowledge of Smeta/GRASP. We are looking for someone who holds a HACCP Level 3 qualification as a minimum requirement. Some occasional travel will be required to visit customers (both UK and overseas), so you must also hold a valid passport. What You Will Do: Manage and continuously improve supplier approval and monitoring processes to ensure compliance with BRC, regulatory, customer, and industry standards. Conduct supplier audits, including regular travel to assess and enhance supplier performance. Oversee the approval and annual performance review of suppliers and service providers. Collaborate with the Technical Team to review and update VACCP/TACCP and raw material risk assessments. Create and maintain raw material micro and chemical schedules, investigating non-conformances and reporting exceedances. Drive technical and ethical projects across the supply base, identifying continuous improvement opportunities. What You Will Bring: Proven experience in supplier approval, monitoring, and audits within the food industry. Strong knowledge of BRC, Red Tractor/Global GAP, LEAF, and ethical compliance standards such as Smeta and GRASP. HACCP Level 3 certification and Lead Auditor training. Excellent communication skills and a customer-focused mindset. A proactive attitude with commercial awareness and a commitment to driving quality improvements. This company is committed to delivering high-quality products while fostering a culture of food safety and excellence. As a Technical Manager, you will play a pivotal role in achieving third-party accreditations, supporting customer audits, and working closely with cross-functional teams to uphold the company's dedication to quality and ethical standards. Your contributions will directly support the company's mission to maintain strong supplier relationships and ensure the highest standards of food production. Location: This role is based in Newport, Shropshire. Interested?: If you're ready to make a difference and take on a rewarding challenge, apply today to become the Supplier Technical Manager. Don't miss the chance to join a forward-thinking company where your expertise will be valued and your career can flourish. Submit your CV now and take the first step towards an exciting new chapter! Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency. In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.
