At Weetabix, we believe that diverse teams drive better ideas, stronger decisions, and a more inclusive workplace for everyone. We’re committed to building an organisation where people from all walks of life feel they belong—where different voices, experiences, and backgrounds are valued and respected.
Closing date: 9th August 2026
Interview process: Two Stage Interview Process
Working pattern: You’ll be based on-site, creating great opportunities to collaborate, strengthen team connections and build high‑impact working relationships face to face.
We’re happy to make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process—just let us know how we can support you.
The Recipe (About the Role)- Lead the Weetabix Food Safety Audit programme
- Conduct audits against our resident contractors, ensuring strict compliance to the Weetabix Standard for Food Safety, the Weetabix Document Management System (WDMS) and meeting BRC, legal and customer requirements.
- Responsible for managing our identity and ethical compliance. Plan all internal audits (including resident contractors)
- Book and plan all external audits, completing required docs and working with factories with close outs
- Maintaining Compliance to all BRC, Integrity & customer standards
- Crisis management administration and mock recalls
- Review and approve material claims on 3i verify
- Deputise for Retailer and Systems manager
- Undertake any other duties, consistent with the level of the role, skills and experience, as may be reasonably required to help the business
Key Know How:
- Lead Auditor experience
- Level 3 HACCP
- Understanding of food safety, quality systems and BRC standards
- Technical and quality background within food manufacturing
Competitive salary & Annual Flexible benefits
We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, career, and life outside work.
- Annual bonus
- Double-matched pension scheme (up to 12% from us)
- 25 days annual leave increasing with service
- Annual Salary review
- Healthcare plan
- Discounted Weetabix products
To support our employees, we also offer:
- Continued investment in your personal development
- We believe in balance, whether it's for family, rest or simply time for you. As well as your holiday entitlement, you can purchase up to 5 days of additional annual leave
- Access to 24/7 counselling service (via Grocery Aid partnership)
- The freedom of Flexible Work Opportunities
- Enhanced Maternity / Paternity / Adoption Leave
- Additional Time Off for Fertility Treatment and Neonatal Care
- Working Parents Support Group
- Fully stocked kitchens filled with our delicious products for you to enjoy
To learn more about life at Weetabix, visit our careers page: https://careers.weetabixfoodcompany.co.uk/
Please note: We benchmark roles based on your skills and experience, so we do not advertise fixed salary ranges.
Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship for this position; therefore, we are seeking candidates who do not require sponsorship.
We utilise our Preferred Agency Supplier Partners as and when we require additional support
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Skills Required
- Lead Auditor experience
- Level 3 HACCP
- Understanding of food safety, quality systems and BRC standards
- Technical and quality background within food manufacturing
What We Do
Weetabix is a food processing company and the manufacturer of the UK's favourite breakfast cereal, dedicated to providing better breakfasts and healthy, nutritious food options.
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