Details:
- Salary: £70,000 - 71,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: South East
- Date: 2 days ago
Description:
CQV Manager Commissioning, Qualification and Validation- Food Manufacturing
£70,000 plus excellent benefits
South East England
The Role
Are you an experienced CQV Manager to lead commissioning, qualification and validation activities within a food manufacturing environment. You will ensure equipment, utilities and processes are safe, compliant and ready for production, driving operational excellence and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and deliver CQV strategies for new and existing equipment, utilities and processes.
* Lead dry and wet commissioning, IQ/OQ/PQ and process validation activities.
* Ensure compliance with GMP, HACCP, BRC, ISO 22000 and relevant food safety regulations.
* Manage validation protocols, documentation, risk assessments and change controls.
* Work collaboratively with Engineering, Quality, Technical, Production, NPD and external suppliers.
* Provide technical guidance and promote best practice, efficiency and continuous improvement.
About You
* Degree in Engineering, Food Science, Chemistry or a related discipline.
* 5-7 years' experience in CQV or validation within food manufacturing.
* Strong knowledge of food safety standards and validation methodologies.
* Excellent project management, communication and stakeholder management skills.
* A proactive, analytical approach with a focus on compliance and continuous improvement.
Working arrangements: Full-time, site-based role with occasional travel to other facilities and supplier sites, including internationally