Job Description
Technical & Compliance Manager, £35,000-£40,000, Walmer, Monday-Friday, 23 days holiday + bank holidays, Free parking. Join a growing manufacturer and take ownership of quality, compliance, auditing and sustainability initiatives, with opportunities to make a real impact across the business.
Technical & Compliance Manager
Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 per annum
Location: Walmer
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8.5 hours per day
A varied opportunity combining food technical, quality and compliance responsibilities with wider operational projects within a growing, owner-managed manufacturing business.
Our client is a well-established and steadily growing manufacturing business in Walmer. As the business continues to develop, they are looking to appoint a highly organised and proactive Technical & Compliance Manager to take ownership of its technical, quality and compliance activities.
Initially, the role will focus on strengthening and managing the food technical and compliance function, ensuring documentation, procedures and audit requirements are in place.
As the technical function becomes more established, the position will naturally develop into a broader operational role, supporting a variety of business projects and activities.
This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, takes pride in keeping things organised and would like to become a valued, long-term member of a close-knit business.
Why Join Our Client?
- Competitive salary of £35,000-£40,000
- 23 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Free on-site parking
- Monday to Friday working pattern
- Varied role with the opportunity to take ownership and make a difference
- Opportunity to develop into a wider operational position
- Join a growing, owner-managed business that values and looks after its employees
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain and continuously improve ISO 22000 compliance systems
- Manage documentation, procedures, records and compliance files
- Coordinate internal audits and ensure follow-up actions are completed
- Record results and arrange laboratory testing for water microbiology, chemistry and nitrate levels
- Monitor product quality and investigate quality concerns
- Drive and maintain hygiene standards across the site
- Respond to customer enquiries regarding product specifications and allergen information
- Support and develop social responsibility and environmental initiatives
- Assist with sustainability projects, including carbon-neutral objectives and B Corp accreditation activities
- Work closely with operational teams to ensure compliance and continuous improvement
About You
- Previous experience in a quality, compliance, technical or food safety role
- Knowledge of ISO 22000, HACCP or related quality management systems
- Strong organisational and administrative skills
- Confident managing audits, records and compliance documentation
- Excellent communication skills and attention to detail
- Passionate about quality, sustainability and continuous improvement
Most importantly, you'll be someone who enjoys bringing structure and organisation to a busy business, taking ownership and making sure things are done properly.
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