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Lab Manager/Food Safety Manager

Employer
Blue Spark
Location
London (Greater)
Salary
£negotiable
Closing date
18 Nov 2019

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Contract Type
Permanent
Function
Health & Safety
Business Sector
Food Manufacturing

Job Details

The Company

An innovative chilled manufacturing company supplying a broad range of products to the major retailers. They are growing from strength to strength and are now seeking a proactive Food Safety Manager to maintain their high quality standards across the site.

The Role

Reporting to the Head of Technical, you will manage the operation and maintenance of the CLASS II pathogen laboratory to CLAS /RSA accreditation standards.   This will include managing, developing and training a large laboratory team as well as working closely with factory teams.

You will be responsible for all the lab operations with regards to micro and chemical testing as well as ensuring appropriate actions are taken to enhance the site’s food safety performance.   You will take the lead in managing the site’s micro improvement plans, site environmental monitoring and liaising with external labs.

Other aspects of the role will include investigating atypical results, investigating quality system failures and documenting out of specification reports.  You’ll also be involved in product and raw material release control and contributing to the company’s HACCP plans.

The person

Would suit a Science graduate (microbiology, chemistry or food technology) who has experience of managing a food laboratory team within the chilled food manufacturing sector.   

You must have a strong microbiological understanding and be able to thrive in a fast paced environment within a complex food category.

You’ll need to have a great eye for detail and an analytical mind in order to assess and interpret data as well as put effective action plans in place.  Strong communication, leadership and influencing skills are key to excelling in this role and also to effectively present information to senior teams and customers.

If you are a dedicated individual who is looking to take the next step with a supportive food business then apply now or call Daniel on 0345 25600 737 for more information.

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Although we do our utmost to respond to all applicants, there are times when this is just not possible due to sheer volume so if you have not heard from us within 5 working days then we are sorry to say your application for this role has not been successful.

Please note that we are only able to accept and respond to applications from candidates with eligibility to work in the UK and those who hold valid work visas.

Company

Blue Spark is a boutique recruitment consultancy for the Food and Drinks industry, satisfying a growing appetite for intelligent and ethical recruitment.

Working entirely free of commission, we source high calibre candidates for some of the most exciting organisations in the field.

Our friendly and creative consultants seek the perfect match with every appointment – be it graduate or director level, permanent or interim.

Established by Food professionals in 2006, our vast experience and intuitive grasp of market trends has earned us the superb reputation we enjoy today.

With a particular commitment to openness and innovation, Blue Spark offers a truly comprehensive range of recruitment solutions across all sectors of the Food and Drinks industry.

These include:

• Search and Selection

• Advertised Search

• Executive Search

• Database Search

• Proactive Candidate Generation

So whether you're seeking that dream job in Food and Drink, or the perfect people for your growing business, Blue Spark can deliver.

Company info
Website
Telephone
0345 2600 737
Location
34 - 36 The Broadway
Haywards Heath
West Sussex
RH16 3AL
United Kingdom

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