Senior Food Safety Specialist

2 days ago


Upminster, Greater London, United Kingdom Mackenzie Jones Full time

Job Title: Senior Quality Assurance Specialist

Location: Upminster, East London

Job Type: Full-time

Company: Mackenzie Jones Recruitment

About Us

We are a leading recruitment agency specializing in placements within the food and beverage industry. Our team of experts is dedicated to providing exceptional service and support to both clients and candidates.

Job Description

We are seeking a Senior Quality Assurance Specialist to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring that our clients' products meet the highest standards of quality, safety, and regulatory compliance.

Main Responsibilities

  1. Develop and implement robust quality assurance systems to ensure compliance with regulations.
  2. Conduct audits to verify adherence to quality control procedures.
  3. Manage customer complaints and implement corrective actions to maintain customer satisfaction.
  4. Collaborate with internal teams to ensure timely availability of high-quality raw materials and packaging.

Requirements

  • Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, or related field.
  • 3+ years in a technical or quality management role within the food or beverage industry.
  • Experience working with contract manufacturers, conducting audits, and ensuring compliance with food safety standards (e.g., BRC, SALSA, GMP, HACCP).
  • Strong project management and cross-functional team leadership skills.

Salary and Benefits

The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary of £45,000 - £55,000 per annum + share scheme, pension, healthcare, life insurance, and holiday.

How to Apply

We welcome applications from motivated individuals who are passionate about food safety and product quality. Please submit your CV which will be reviewed by our recruitment team.



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