Technical Compliance Manager Job at Albert Bartlett (Airdrie)

Job Description

The Technical Compliance Manager at Albert Bartlett plays a critical role in ensuring that the company's products adhere to safety and quality standards. This position involves the management and continuous improvement of technical compliance systems related to both branded and retailer own brand products. The Technical Compliance Manager will work closely with operations and quality assurance teams, fostering a culture of quality and compliance across all processes. The role requires the development of comprehensive documentation and training to align with food safety standards, including HACCP and BRC requirements. The Technical Compliance Manager will be responsible for conducting audits, responding to non-conformance issues, and providing detailed reports to senior management on compliance status and improvement initiatives. In this dynamic role, you will also collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement quality improvements and ensure successful outcomes in customer audits.

Job Responsibility

DEVELOP and MANAGE Safety and Quality systems training and resources
Develop, through continuous improvement, food safety and production documentation, procedures and policies to meet Albert Bartlett due diligence systems
Manage ERP/NAV/BOM systems for Technical
Coding Management and other Technical Software Management systems
Ensure Quality Team carry out regular traceability checks and follow correct procedures if any issues occur
In conjunction with the Technical Manager, update the HACCP/TACCP/ VACCP plans as required and update plans where required
Prepare the company food safety reports
LEAD 3rd Party Audits
Prepare for and lead/assist any announced/unannounced audits
Ensure all audit action points are communicated out and working with peers to develop robust corrective actions, support their implementation timescale and signed off
MANAGE 3rd party service providers
Manage all aspects of third party audits where required
Respond and action all email alerts ensuring all recommendations are closed off within an agreed timescale
Prepare and maintain any in-house schedules to support
LEAD Internal Audits as Part of the QMS
Schedule internal audits for BRC, Gap assessments on customer policies
Building and perimeter fabric audits
Write check lists for supporting internal audits ensuring they cover customer requirements
Provide mentoring and coaching support and assistance where required to Internal Audit Team and to ensure corrective actions are closed out effectively
COMMUNICATE effectively regarding the QMS
Ensure everyone has a clear understanding of relevant customer COP’s and policies
Ensure we are up-to-date with all retailers COP’s and adhere to them
ASSESS staff technical and safety training requirements and manage programme
Work alongside Technical Manager conducting regular and annual reviews of technical and food safety training
Make recommendations training and implement plans and reviews

Requirements

In-depth understanding of food safety regulations and quality systems
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
Proven ability to engage with production teams to achieve quality objectives
Capable of prioritizing tasks and managing work autonomously
Proficient in using computer systems and software relevant to quality management
Understanding of HACCP principles and application
Managerial and leadership skills
Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific discipline
Experience in a comparable role within the retail or fresh produce sector
Background in quality assurance, food safety, or microbiology
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
Demonstrated managerial experience
HACCP certification
Experience with BRC accreditation and customer audits
Strong presentation and communication expertise

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