Technical Manager

Technical Manager

Join our team as a Technical Manager and lead continuous improvement initiatives across a dynamic food manufacturing site. This role is essential for upholding the highest standards of food safety, quality, and compliance with retailer standards, directly reporting to the Managing Director.

Day-to-day of the role

• Leadership & Team Management
  • Lead and develop a technical team including Quality Managers, Quality Leads, Quality Technicians, a Technical Assistant, and a Technical Compliance Manager.
  • Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Compliance & Standards
  • Ensure compliance with all food safety, quality, and legal requirements.
  • Maintain and improve site standards to meet BRCGS and major retailer codes of practice.
  • Oversee audits (internal, external, and customer) and drive corrective actions.
• Retailer Engagement
  • Act as the primary technical contact for retailer customers.
  • Manage specifications, complaints, and technical queries promptly and professionally.
• Continuous Improvement
  • Identify and implement improvements in processes, systems, and standards.
  • Drive initiatives to reduce waste, improve efficiency, and enhance product quality.
• Collaboration
  • Work closely with production, engineering, and supply chain teams to ensure technical standards are embedded in daily operations.
  • Support NPD and product launches from a technical perspective.
• General Duties
  • Ensure all legislative requirements are adhered to and that company procedures and standards are maintained.
  • Complete other duties as deemed necessary by the employer.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Proven experience in a technical leadership role within food manufacturing.
• Level 2 HACCP, Level 2 Food Hygiene.
• Internal auditor experience.
• Good working knowledge of BRC and food safety.
• Strong knowledge of retailer requirements and codes of practice.
• Hands‑on approach with the ability to work on the factory floor.
• Strong communication and influencing skills across all levels.
• Experience managing audits and driving compliance improvements.
• Excellent understanding of food safety.
• Problem‑solving ability and root cause analysis/investigation skills.

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