Food Safety & Quality Manager

Vickerstock are working in partnership with an established bakery manufacturer to recruit a Food Safety & Quality Manager for a maternity cover position at their factory based in the Magherafelt area.

This is an excellent opportunity to join the technical team of a growing business supplying high-quality baked goods to major retailers, taking ownership of food safety, quality systems, audits and technical support for new product launches.

• Develop, maintain and improve the site Quality Management System.
• Lead customer and BRCGS audit preparation, alongside internal audits covering quality systems, GMP and hygiene.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, legislation, HACCP and retailer codes of practice.
• Oversee technical aspects of new product launches, artwork and critical paths.
• Work closely with NPD, Production and Commercial teams to support product development and launch timelines.
• Manage customer complaints, investigations and corrective actions.
• Support the Head of Technical in developing quality systems and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage and develop team members, identifying training needs.
• Contribute to HACCP, TACCP and VACCP systems.

• Experience in a similar Food Safety, Quality or Technical management role.
• Strong working knowledge of HACCP, BRCGS, retailer codes of practice and food legislation.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Good IT skills, including Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Confident decision‑making skills and the ability to work independently in a fast‑paced environment.
• A proactive, flexible approach with the confidence to challenge information and drive improvements.

• HACCP training.
• A Food or Science‑related degree, or equivalent qualification.