Food Safety Specialist

Job Description

We are on the lookout for a Food Safety Specialist to join our dynamic team in Telford. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in maintaining food safety standards, performing audits, and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation.

Responsibilities

• Perform food safety audits and inspections in line with legislative requirements.
• Collaborate with the production team to ensure compliance with food safety standards.
• Create and update training materials related to food safety.
• Assess and manage risks associated with food safety practices.
• Report on food safety incidents and recommend corrective measures.
• Identify opportunities for enhancing food safety practices.
• Stay current with food safety regulations and industry trends.
• Engage with suppliers to ensure food safety compliance.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Food Safety Management or equivalent
• Master's degree would be advantageous

Experience

• 3-5 years of experience in food safety and compliance management

Technical Skills

• Data analysis skills
• Risk assessment capability

Soft Skills

• Problem-solving
• Team Management

Certifications

• Level 4 Food Safety
• Food Safety Management Certificate

Languages

• English: Fluent

Advantageous

• Training qualifications: Ability to deliver food safety training programs effectively.
• Crisis management experience in food safety incidents: Past experience handling food safety emergencies and implementing corrective actions.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health cover including dental and vision
• Company-sponsored training opportunities
• Flexible working arrangements
• Employee recognition and rewards program

Company Culture

• Teamwork: Collaboration is key in our operations; we work together to achieve our goals.
• Innovation: We encourage innovative thinking and problem-solving amongst our staff.
• Employee Engagement: We value feedback and actively involve employees in decision-making processes.