Technical Manager / Head of Technical (Food Manufacturing)

Overview

As Technical Manager you will lead the Technical & Laboratory function on a site to own food safety, quality and regulatory compliance. You will drive continuous improvement, develop the HACCP framework and manage BRCGS audits, working closely with Production and other functions. You will build and mentor a team of around 15, shaping food safety culture and technical standards across operations. This is a long-term, stability-driven opportunity at a well-established, family-owned manufacturer with a proud heritage since 1938.

Pay / Benefits

• Further qualifications supported
• Long-term stability
• Site-based role
• Autonomy in technical leadership
• Family-owned culture
• Competitive salary range (implied)

Responsibilities

• Lead the Technical & Laboratory function (≈15 people) across food safety, quality, hygiene and compliance
• Own BRCGS accreditation prep and audits, plus customer and regulatory audits
• Maintain and develop HACCP plans, systems, documentation and site standards
• Drive continuous improvement, investigations and corrective actions to improve food safety culture
• Partner with Production and other departments to support NPD technical approvals
• Lead root-cause investigations and implement corrective actions
• Support long-term strategy for technical leadership and site-wide standards

Key requirements

• Strong technical/quality background in regulated food manufacturing
• BRCGS experience with HACCP knowledge (Level 3)
• Proven people leadership experience

• Leadership and people development
• Cross-functional collaboration
• Strong communication and problem-solving
• HACCP knowledge (Level 3)
• BRCGS accreditation and audits
• Food safety, quality systems and regulatory compliance

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