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The role is responsible for ensuring full food safety and regulatory compliance across both domestic and export markets, with a particular emphasis on U.S. FDA and FSMA requirements for infant formula. Leading site-wide validation activities and champion a strong, proactive food safety culture.
Job Responsibility:
Lead the development, implementation, and ongoing maintenance of the site Food Safety Management System (FSMS) in accordance with HACCP principles and international infant formula standards
Ensure compliance with all relevant UK, EU, and U.S. FDA regulatory requirements
Plan and conduct internal audits, inspections, and risk assessments to identify, manage, and mitigate food safety risks
Act as the site subject matter expert for FDA, FSMA, and PCQI requirements to maintain continuous export readiness to the United States
Manage and maintain all food safety documentation, records, and processes required for FDA compliance
Collaborate closely with Regulatory Affairs to ensure alignment with current and emerging U.S. regulatory expectations
Lead the design, execution, and documentation of validation activities across the FSMS
Oversee validation programs including Clean-in-Place (CIP) systems, allergen cleaning and controls, and thermal process validations (e.g. pasteurisation, UHT)
Ensure validation activities are scientifically robust, risk-based, and compliant with FDA, Codex, and EU standards
Maintain validation master plans, protocols, and reports, ensuring timely review, approval, and revalidation
Provide leadership, coaching, and technical guidance to food safety and hygiene teams
Deliver training on food safety systems, allergen management, validation methodologies, and FDA/FSMA compliance
Promote a strong, site-wide food safety culture through engagement, education, and visible leadership
Analyse food safety performance data and lead root cause investigations
Drive corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) and continuous improvement initiatives
Identify opportunities to strengthen food safety systems, validation effectiveness, and regulatory readiness
Requirements:
Degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Food Technology, or a related discipline