At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the Quality Team and improve food safety systems.
- Company: Join Higgidy, a vibrant food company passionate about quality.
- Benefits: Enjoy complementary food, enhanced leave, and exclusive perks.
- Other info: Dynamic team environment with opportunities for personal growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in food quality and safety.
- Qualifications: 3-5 years in a technical role with food safety knowledge.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
What will you be DOING?
- Management of the Quality Team
- Question, challenge and seek opportunities to improve systems and ways of working
- Lead investigations of incidents, complaints trends and non-conformances trends, ensuring closure of non-conformances by relevant teams.
- Management of external service providers, specifically small equipment calibration and Laboratory Services
- Maintenance of QMS (Quality Management System), ensuring on-going audit readiness and highlighting deficiencies to the Technical Manager
What SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE do you need to have?
- 3 – 5 years’ experience gained within a similar Technical role
- Experience and understanding of third-party audit requirements including BRC and major retailers
- Experience and knowledge of HACCP level 3
- Level 4 Food Safety Qualification
- Microbiology understanding
- An excellent standard of both verbal and written English
- Proficient with using Microsoft office packages
- Team management
What will HIGGIDY do for you?
- Complementary Higgidy foods
- EAP
- Enhanced Maternity & Paternity leave
- Perkbox benefits
- & much more!
Food Quality Manager in Crawley employer: Higgidy
Higgidy is an exceptional employer that values its employees by fostering a collaborative and innovative work culture in the picturesque setting of Shoreham-by-Sea. With a strong commitment to professional development, employees are encouraged to grow their skills and advance their careers while enjoying competitive benefits and a supportive environment that prioritises food safety and quality excellence.
We think you need these skills to ace Food Quality Manager in Crawley
Quality Management System (QMS)
Third-party Audit Requirements
BRC Standards
HACCP Level 3
Food Safety Qualification Level 4
Microbiology Understanding
Verbal Communication Skills
