Technical & Compliance Manager

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Technical & Compliance Manager Location: Scunthorpe Salary: £37,000 – £40,000 per annum Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00am – 3:00pm Contract: Full-time, Permanent
About the Role
Recruitment Pro are recruiting on behalf of a well-established and rapidly growing manufacturing business within the pet care and consumer goods sector supplying both UK and international markets.
Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Technical & Compliance Manager to join their UK manufacturing site in Scunthorpe. This is a key role responsible for ensuring all quality, compliance, and product safety standards are met across the site.
The Role
Reporting to the UK Factory Manager, the Technical & Compliance Manager will be responsible for managing quality systems, supporting new product development, overseeing audits, and driving continuous improvement across manufacturing and supply chain operations.
This is a cross-functional, hands-on role working closely with Operations, Purchasing, R&D, and external stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
Quality Systems & Compliance
* Implement and manage Quality Management Systems to ensure product safety and compliance
* Mitigate risk of non-conformance against internal, customer, and regulatory requirements
* Review and update procedures and documentation in line with regulatory and customer changes
New Product Development (NPD)
* Manage technical aspects of internal and co-manufactured NPD projects
* Develop and manage detailed project timelines
* Drive continuous improvement through alternative materials, packaging, or process improvements
Product Testing & Inspections
* Conduct on-site testing in line with HACCP requirements
* Arrange and review external laboratory testing
* Carry out in-line inspections and sample reviews
* Support assessment of new raw materials for compliance and functionality
Training & Communication
* Maintain training records in line with QMS requirements
* Deliver quality and compliance training across site teams
* Communicate non-conformances and corrective actions
Audits & Continuous Improvement
* Conduct internal audits and prepare for external customer and certification audits
* Support supplier and customer audits as required
* Review processes, controls, and on-pack claims to ensure compliance
Complaint Management
* Investigate and resolve customer complaints
* Implement corrective actions to reduce risk of recurrence
Requirements
* Strong understanding of BRC, ISO, and consumer goods regulatory standards
* Proven experience in a technical, quality, or compliance role within manufacturing
* Experience supporting NPD projects, audits, and supplier approvals
* Ability to interpret laboratory test results and technical data
* Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
* Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence across teams
* Proficient in Microsoft Office
* Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel for audits and site visits
What’s on Offer
* Salary of £37,000 – £40,000
* Monday to Friday working hours, 7:00am – 3:00pm
* Opportunity to join a growing, sustainability-focused manufacturing business
* High-autonomy role with genuine influence on quality and compliance standards
Recruitment Pro Ltd is operating as an Employment Business. Once you click to apply for this job your application will be immediately received by Recruitment Pro Ltd. If your application is successful, you will be contacted within 5 working days. If you do not hear from us after 5 working days you have not been successful on this occasion and unless otherwise advised, Recruitment Pro will keep your details on file to contact you regarding any future suitable opportunities
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Location:
Scunthorpe
Salary:
£37,000 - £40,000 /annum
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Management

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