Technical Systems Manager - Peterborough

Technical Systems Manager £40,000 - £45,000 Reporting to Technical Manager

• Focussed on developing and maintaining site Quality Management System to ensure compliance to customer Codes of Practice and that all required standards and legislative requirements are met.
• Rhe main point of contact for internal and external audit schedules and corrective action systems , as well as deputising for the Technical Manager.
• Supplier assurance and raw material risk assessment and approval systems and ensuring compliance of new processes and products within the HACCP system.
• Have a thorough understanding of computer systems (e.g. SAP, Arolink) and how they could best be utilised by the technical function, as well as always focussing on the continuous improvement of these processes.
• Able to liaise with customers for any issues relating to technical services and will participate in the investigation and documentation of responses to non-conformities raised via customer complaints and Second or Third Party audits.
• Deputise for the Technical Manager and also provide support to the site QA Manager and team, as well as technical admin and any technical placement, graduates etc.
• Responsibility to create a culture of awareness of, and commitment to the highest standards of quality & food safety and as such must lead by example.
• Confidence and professionalism to work in this customer and auditor facing role.
• Work hands-on approach by fully recognizing and having a proactive presence in production areas.
• Experience in a similar or related field such as a QAM / QA Supervisor / Auditor role and experience within a food manufacturing business is a must.
• Lead Auditor trained or of this calibre and be a strong influencer/relationship builder.
• Achieve objectives through building effective relationships with others / other departments, be an assertive and confident team player and recognise the importance of effectively working as a team. Y