Interim - QMS Technologist

Speedibake is a division of Associated British Foods (ABF), a diversified international food, ingredients and retail group with sales of £20.1 billion and 138,000 employees in 56 countries

At Speedibake we’re incredibly passionate about making delicious own-label baked goods. From our bakery in Bradford, we supply to a customer base across all channels; retail, foodservice wholesalers, contract catering, and export.

Overview Of Role

Location: Bradford

We are a Proud Yorkshire Bakery who employee over 350 employees who pour their hearts out with passion and knowledge into every product we make. We were established in 1984 and are one of the market leaders in the supply of frozen baked goods to the retail and food service sectors. We are proud to be part of Associated British Foods plc, which is a £19.8bn FTSE 100 company.

Speedibake are recruiting for an interim QMS Technologist. As a QMS Technologist you will be responsible supporting the Technical, Manufacturing, Engineering and Logistics teams to improve Technical performance, in particular, full compliance with M&S audit requirements and codes of practice.

Key Accountabilities

• Support the Technical Manager in ensuring full compliance with M&S audit requirements and codes of practice through structured gap analysis and the delivery of targeted action plans.
• Assist the Technical team in the review, redevelopment, and implementation of an enhanced site Quality Management System (QMS).
• Take ownership of the ongoing maintenance, control, and effective deployment of the QMS across site operations.
• Actively contribute to HACCP reviews and support the development and delivery of associated continuous improvement plans.
• Participate in both functional and cross-functional project activities, ensuring effective collaboration and timely delivery of objectives.
• Support and contribute to external audit processes, ensuring readiness and compliance at all times.
• Ensure adherence to all Company Quality, Food Safety, Health & Safety, and Environmental standards and requirements.
• Provide comprehensive support to the Technical team across all areas as required.
• Deputise for members of the Technical Management Team when necessary, ensuring continuity of leadership and operational effectiveness.
  
  

The Right Person

Skills/Experience

• 2 – 5 years experience in a Quality based role in a manufacturing industry with high quality standards.Internal auditing experience. Working knowledge of HACCP – preferably level 3 certified.
• Sound working knowledge of BRC standard.
• Demonstrable knowledge of Good Hygiene Practice.
  
  

Critical Behaviours

• To always adhere to the Company Safety First requirements.
• Takes ownership, sets standards & takes personal responsibility for performance.
• Be prepared to challenge, and to be challenged.
• Think differently, because we’ve always done it, doesn’t mean it’s right.
• Is prepared to lead by example.
• Create a lasting impression.
• Willing to go the extra mile.
• Adheres to Speedibake values every day We are committed to equality and believe in building a diverse organisation that is representative of and responsive to the needs of our customers and stakeholders.