Cranswick Convenience Foods, Milton Keynes | Full-Time | Technical & QA Department
About the Role
We are looking for a highly motivated and detail-oriented Technical Services Supervisor (Governance) to join our Technical & QA team at Cranswick Convenience Foods, Milton Keynes. This pivotal role will see you leading the governance side of our Technical Services function, ensuring all tasks are completed to standard and in line with customer and auditing expectations.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage out-of-specification nutritional results and meat assurance scheme licenses.
* Coordinate site export processes and maintain dynamic technical site risk assessments.
* Oversee closure of non-conformances and ensure robust complaint investigations.
* Develop strong relationships with labs, customers, and suppliers.
* Ensure document control of QMS documentation and manage purchase orders.
* Participate in internal/external audits and ensure audit readiness.
* Lead and support your team with regular 1-2-1s, appraisals, and training.
* Provide coverage for other Technical Services Supervisors and team members as needed.
What We're Looking For
Essential Skills & Experience:
* Experience in a Technical Services or food manufacturing environment.
* Excellent administrative and Microsoft Excel skills.
* Strong knowledge of food legislation, safety, and quality standards.
* Demonstrated ability to lead and engage a high-performing team.
* Understanding of BRC standards and customer requirements.
Desirable Qualifications (Training Provided if Needed):
* IOSH Working Safely
* Manual Handling Awareness
* Food Safety Level 3
* HACCP Level 3
* Internal Auditor Qualification
Behavioural Competencies:
* Strong leadership with a proactive, solution-oriented mindset.
* Professional, respectful, and team-focused attitude.
* Effective time management and communication skills.
* Willingness to learn from both successes and setbacks.
Why Cranswick Milton Keynes?
At Cranswick Milton Keynes, we are driven by three goals:
1. Becoming Europe's largest sliced cooked meat manufacturer.
2. Achieving Net Zero as a business.
3. Uplifting the living standards in our local community.
Our values define us:
* We inspire and motivate.
* We take ownership and empower others.
* We listen, are respectful, open, and honest.
* We learn from experience and embrace feedback.
* We strive to be better every day.
Additional Responsibilities
All colleagues are expected to uphold company policies on Health & Safety, Food Safety, Quality, Legality, and Authenticity in accordance with industry and legal standards (ISO 45001, ISO 14001, ISO 50001).
Training & Development
We're committed to your growth. You'll be supported with relevant operational, technical, and personal development training to ensure you thrive in your role.
Ready to Lead with Impact?
If you're passionate about food safety, quality, and leadership, and want to be part of a forward-thinking, values-driven organisation, we want to hear from you.
Apply now and help shape the future of food at Cranswick. #J-18808-Ljbffr