At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead food safety and quality assurance in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.
- Company: Join a rapidly growing, privately owned food manufacturer.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career development, ongoing training, and a supportive team.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with excellent growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on food safety and quality while advancing your career.
- Qualifications: Experience in Quality or Food Safety roles and knowledge of HACCP principles.
The predicted salary is between 39000 - 40000 £ per year.
- Technical Coordinator
- Honiton
- We are seeking a proactive and hands‑on
Technical Coordinator to lead food safety, quality assurance, and technical compliance within a fast‑paced food manufacturing environment.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Technical Administrator, Quality Supervisor, or Technical Assistant ready for the next step.
You will be joining a privately owned food manufacturer that has experienced significant growth over the last few years.
It is an excellent opportunity to develop and grow within a company.
The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining high standards of food safety, quality, and regulatory compliance while supporting continuous improvement across the business.
The role requires a strong presence on the factory floor, working closely with production teams to ensure products consistently meet customer, legal, and company standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage all quality and technical systems across the site.
- Maintain and continuously improve the Quality Management System (QMS).
- Manage and develop HACCP plans and food safety systems.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant food safety, legal, and customer requirements.
- Drive a culture of quality, food safety, and continuous improvement throughout the business.
- Plan, conduct, and oversee internal audits.
- Lead preparations for third‑party, customer, and certification audits.
- Act as the primary technical contact for customers and external stakeholders.
- Manage customer specifications, technical queries, and quality‑related issues.
- Oversee supplier approval processes and ongoing supplier performance reviews.
- Support investigations into customer complaints and implement effective corrective actions.
- Provide technical input during new product development and product change projects.
- Review product specifications, packaging, and labelling to ensure compliance with legal and customer requirements.
Skills & Experience Required
- Previous experience in a Quality, Technical, or Food Safety role within a food manufacturing environment.
- Strong knowledge of HACCP principles and food safety management systems.
- Experience working with recognised food safety standards and accreditation schemes (e. g. BRCGS, SALSA, ISO standards or equivalent).
- Understanding of food safety legislation, labelling requirements, and regulatory compliance.
- Experience managing audits and dealing with customers and external auditors.
Benefits
- Competitive salary.
- Career development and progression opportunities.
- Ongoing training and professional development.
- Supportive and collaborative working environment.
- Opportunity to play a key role in the growth and success of a dynamic food manufacturing business.
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Technical Coordinator in Honiton employer: manucomm Recruitment
As a leading food manufacturer in the vibrant city of Bristol, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic work environment that champions food safety and quality. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through our robust training programmes and opportunities for advancement within the technical team. With a strong focus on collaboration and continuous improvement, we offer a rewarding career path for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the food service sector.
