We are seeking an experienced Technical Area Manager – Food Safety to lead and strengthen food safety, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance programs across our production facilities. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in food safety management systems (HACCP, ISO 22000, FSSC 22000, or GFSI-recognized standards), a keen eye for risk identification, and proven experience driving continuous improvement in a manufacturing or plant environment. This role works closely with production, R&D, procurement, and senior management to ensure that all products meet internal quality standards as well as local and international food safety regulations.
Technical Area Manager – Food Safety
- Philippines
- Onsite
Description
Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and maintain food safety and quality management systems (HACCP, GMP, SSOP) across assigned plant(s) or region
- Lead internal and external audits, including certification body audits (BRC, FSSC 22000, ISO 22000) and customer audits
- Monitor compliance with regulatory requirements (FDA, local food authority, or equivalent) and update procedures as regulations change
- Investigate food safety incidents, customer complaints, and non-conformances; drive root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA)
- Train and mentor plant staff and supervisors on food safety protocols, hygiene practices, and quality standards
- Review and approve supplier and raw material specifications to ensure food safety compliance
- Collaborate with production and engineering teams to identify and mitigate food safety risks in processes and equipment
- Prepare and present food safety performance reports, KPIs, and audit results to senior management
- Stay current with emerging food safety trends, technologies, and regulatory changes, and recommend process improvements
- Support new product development by assessing food safety and quality implications