Technical Manager

A fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking company that values innovation, safety, and quality.

As the Technical Manager you will play a pivotal role in maintaining and improving food safety, quality and technical compliance standards within the company.

Your main responsibilities will include:

- Ensuring compliance with BRC standards and overseeing audits.

- Managing and maintaining the QMS, HACCP plans to ensure product safety.

- Leading the implementation of food safety compliance programs across the manufacturing site.

- Conducting food risk assessments to identify and mitigate potential risks to product safety.

- The technical contact for customers, third-party contractors, and auditors, providing support and resolving issues.

- Leading crisis management efforts, including root cause analysis and corrective actions.

- Managing, training, and mentoring the quality and technical team to ensure continuous professional development and operational efficiency.

What will you need:

- Proven experience as a Technical Manager/Senior Quality Assurance in the food/drinks manufacturing industry.

- In-depth knowledge of BRC, HACCP, GFSI and food safety compliance standards.

- Strong understanding of food risk management and crisis resolution.

- Excellent communication skills to liaise with customers and third parties.

- Proven leadership skills with experience managing and developing a team

- Strong problem-solving abilities and the ability to work well under pressure.

If you are an experienced Technical Manager in the food and drinks industry, with a passion for food safety and team leadership, we would love to hear from you. Please send your CV to nm@zestfodjobs.co.uk or call 01780 483999