Food Safety and Compliance Co-Ordinator

Job description:

Food Safety & Compliance Coordinator

Location: Corby, Northamptonshire
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: Starting from £35k PA Competitive, dependent on experience

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Food Safety & Compliance Coordinator to join our client based in Corby.

As the business prepares to launch, you will play a vital role in establishing, implementing, and maintaining food safety and compliance systems across the site. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong background in food production, food packing, or packaging environments who is looking to take ownership of food safety and compliance processes from the ground up.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain food safety management systems.
• Ensure compliance with HACCP requirements, food safety legislation, and customer standards.
• Create and maintain food safety documentation, procedures, and records.
• Conduct internal audits and site inspections to ensure compliance standards are met.
• Monitor and review HACCP plans, risk assessments, and corrective actions.
• Investigate non-conformances and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Coordinate and deliver food safety training to employees where required.
• Support external audits, customer audits, and regulatory inspections.
• Work closely with production and operational teams to promote a strong food safety culture.
• Ensure all packaging and food packing activities are carried out in accordance with company procedures and industry regulations.
• Maintain accurate records and reports relating to food safety and compliance activities.

Skills & Experience RequiredEssential:

• Previous experience in a Food Safety, Compliance, Quality, or Technical role within a food manufacturing, food packing, or packaging environment.
• Strong working knowledge of HACCP principles and food safety management systems.
• Understanding of UK food safety legislation and compliance requirements.
• Experience managing documentation, audits, and corrective actions.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.

Desirable:

• HACCP qualification.
• Internal Auditor qualification.
• Food Safety Level 3 or above.
• Experience supporting BRCGS, SALSA, or customer audits.