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Job Title: Technical Compliance Manager
Location: St Austell
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive, based on experience

Overview:
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated and experienced Technical Compliance Manager to lead the compliance function at a busy production site. This role is critical in ensuring that all food safety, quality, and health and safety standards are consistently met and exceeded.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the technical compliance function, ensuring adherence to all legislative and industry standards.
• Act as the primary point of contact for customers on food safety and quality matters.
• Maintain and improve systems such as GMP, HACCP, and COSHH.
• Manage and respond to third-party and customer audits, including timely resolution of non-conformances.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance site profitability and operational efficiency.
• Oversee internal audits and ensure robust traceability and crisis management systems are in place.
• Ensure all product specifications are accurate and up to date.
• Investigate customer complaints and implement corrective actions.
• Manage and develop the QA team, including training and performance reviews.

Planning & Quality Assurance:

• Develop and maintain the Quality Management System.
• Monitor trends in product quality and production performance.
• Ensure calibration and maintenance of equipment to required standards.
• Maintain compliance of raw materials and finished products with specifications.
• Audit factory processes and hygiene standards regularly.

Health & Safety:

• Ensure compliance with COSHH and other health and safety regulations.
• Conduct risk assessments for new machinery and operations.
• Maintain up-to-date risk assessments and safe working practices.

Training & Development:

• Deliver quality-focused training across all levels of factory staff.
• Stay informed on changes in food safety and labeling legislation.
• Support the professional development of the QA team.

Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Proven experience in a technical or compliance role within a food production or manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of food safety standards (e.g., BRC, HACCP).
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to manage audits and customer relationships effectively.
• A proactive approach to continuous improvement and team development.

Contact information

Sarah Hewett