Compliance Manager
Location: Greater Manchester
Salary: Up to £47,000
Contract: Permanent, Full Time
Hours: 8:30am - 5:00pm (with flexability)

About the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Compliance Manager to join a well-established food manufacturing business in the Greater Manchester area.

This role is central to maintaining and improving site accreditation standards. You will take a proactive lead in preparing for all customer and external audits (both announced and unannounced), ensuring key aspects are reviewed in a team forum, actions are taken, and compliance is consistently achieved.

A key aspect of this position will be working closely with internal auditors, driving down non-conformances, and ensuring continuous improvement across the site. To be effective, the successful candidate will spend around 70% of their time in the factory.

Key Responsibilities

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Lead and manage the internal audit programme, engaging staff and communicating outcomes effectively.

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Prepare for planned and unannounced customer audits, ensuring expectations are clear and actions are completed.

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Conduct GAP analyses of new codes of practice, updating procedures and risk assessments to ensure compliance.

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Contribute to the HACCP team, supporting reviews and the implementation of new/existing HACCP studies.

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Assess departmental procedures, communicate audit outcomes, and ensure corrective actions are taken.

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Review and challenge training plans, ensuring all staff are trained and reviewed within set timescales.

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Carry out monthly non-conformance reviews, identifying trends and implementing preventative measures.

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Support new product launches, conducting process audits to ensure compliance with specifications, CCP controls, and QAS documentation.

Qualifications & Experience

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Level 4 Food Hygiene

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HACCP certification

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Internal Auditor qualification

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Previous compliance/technical experience within the food manufacturing sector

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Strong knowledge of audit preparation, customer standards, and food safety legislation

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Excellent communication and influencing skills with the ability to drive high standards

What's on Offer

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Competitive salary up to £47,000

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Permanent, full-time contract

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Opportunity to make a real impact within a leading food manufacturing environment

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Professional development and career progression

Apply Now to take the next step in your career as a Compliance Manager