Job Description
Overview
We are partnering with a well-established manufacturing site in the Hamilton area to recruit a Compliance Improvement Lead. This position has been created to drive improvements in food safety, quality, and regulatory compliance, ensuring consistent standards across the site.
The business operates in a branded, fast-moving environment and is focused on building a proactive compliance culture rather than just audit-ready processes. This is a great opportunity for a technically capable individual who enjoys embedding improvements, influencing team behaviours, and seeing measurable impact.
Responsibilities
As Compliance Improvement Lead, you will be responsible for:
- Reviewing current compliance systems and implementing improvements to standardise processes
- Leading corrective and preventative actions following audits, incidents, or performance trends
- Supporting adherence to BRCGS and customer requirements through preparation and monitoring
- Collaborating with Technical, Operations, Hygiene, and Engineering teams to strengthen standards
- Identifying gaps, risks, and opportunities for process enhancement
- Coaching and mentoring teams to embed ownership of compliance and best practice
- Supporting internal audits, inspections, and compliance checks
- Promoting a positive culture of food safety and quality throughout the site
This role is focused on driving continuous improvement rather than day-to-day quality assurance tasks.
Candidate Profile
We are looking for candidates who can demonstrate:
- Experience in a compliance, technical, or quality improvement role within food manufacturing
- Solid understanding of food safety, regulatory requirements, and BRCGS standards
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a structured approach to compliance
- Ability to influence teams and stakeholders without direct line management authority
The ideal candidate enjoys implementing lasting improvements, and balancing attention to detail with practical, site-facing solutions.
Next Steps
Apply direct, or reach out on the contacts below.
