Feed Safety and Compliance Manager

CompanyPets Choice Ltd

LocationBlackburn, England, United Kingdom

Posted At1/15/2026

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Health and safety managers and officers

Occupation Code Skill LevelMedium Skilled

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Description

Reporting to the Head of Quality & NPD, the Feed Safety & Compliance Manager will hold responsibility for the implementation, adherence and continuous improvement of the sites feed safety standards. They will be responsible for developing and implementing feed safety protocols, conducting regular inspections and audits and ensuring all safety procedures are followed at all times.

The Feed Safety & Compliance Manager is responsible for ensuring that all operations meet or exceed regulatory, safety and quality standards. This role leads the development, implementation, and maintenance of feed safety programs, including HACCP, GMPs and internal quality systems. The manager oversees audits and works cross-functionally to ensure consistency and compliance across facilities.

The Feed Safety & Compliance Manager plays a critical role in risk management implementation, verification of hygiene standards and incident response. They champion a culture of safety and regulatory excellence, ensuring the company delivers safe, high-quality pet food that meets consumer expectations and legal requirements.

Role responsibilities include:

Ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements
Monitor changes in feed regulations and proactively update internal policies to maintain compliance. Ensure compliance to relevant feed safety and hygiene regulatory standards and guidelines
Maintain and update all feed safety programs including HACCP, recall procedures and GMPs
Developing and implementing feed safety protocols and procedures throughout the full end-to-end manufacturing process
Lead hazard analyses, preventive control reviews and validation of process controls
Oversee environmental monitoring, allergen control and cross-contamination prevention programs where applicable
Work closely with the Quality & Systems Manager to develop and manage Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Work Instructions and quality manuals
Oversee the integrity of documentation and records required for regulatory and certification compliance
Support implementation of quality management systems (QMS) and ensure continuous improvement
Lead internal audits and oversee third-party audits for ISO, GMP, Trading Standards and GFSI schemes (BRC) and customer requirements

Preparing reports on feed safety audits, incidents and inspections

Serve as the primary contact for regulatory inspections and follow-up actions

Develop and execute corrective and preventive action (CAPA) plans.

Manage feed safety related product investigations, deviations, non-conformances and consumer complaints

Lead product recall or withdrawal processes when needed

Conduct root cause analyses and implement preventive measures

Establishing emergency procedures and protocols for handling feed safety breaches

Lead and manage an effective HACCP team

Develop and deliver feed safety and GMP training programs to colleagues

Promote a proactive feed safety culture across all departments

Ensure cross-functional teams understand and follow compliance expectations

Collaborating with management and colleagues to identify potential feed safety risks and solutions

Create internal reporting metrics to drive feed safety standards

Maintaining audit ready standards at all times, working to BRC requirements

Skills, experience and qualifications required:

Must have excellent organisational and communication skills

Strong analytical skills with the ability to analyse data and identify trends or areas for improvement

5+ years of experience in food or feed safety, quality assurance or regulatory compliance, preferably with pet food or animal feed

Strong knowledge of HACCP, GMPs and related feed safety regulations and standards

Experience with audits (regulatory, third party, internal) and CAPA management

Auditing experience or lead auditor qualification

Strong understanding of ingredient safety, traceability, and supplier verification

Ability to interpret and apply feed laws

Proficiency with technical documentation and QMS

Good IT skills including PowerPoint, Excel and Word

Dedicated to promoting a culture of feed safety

Ability to train staff in feed safety procedures

Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills

Working collaboratively with the ability to work cross-functionally and influence without authority

Strategic thinker with attention to detail and execution focus

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic manufacturing environment

Strong ethical judgment and commitment to food safety and quality

Detail-oriented with excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities

Sound judgment under pressure, especially during audit or recall situations