Technical Manager


Company 

Zest

Location 

Manchester

Employment Hours 

Full Time

Employment Type 

Permanent

Salary 

£65,000 - £75,000 Per Annum

Job Requirements/Description
We are recruiting for a Technical Manager to lead the Technical and Quality teams across our multi-site operations. In this role, you will take full responsibility for the technical function, ensuring that our high standards are upheld and consistently improved upon. You will be the lead technical expert on-site, reporting directly to the Group Head of Technical, and will play a crucial role in external audits, such as those conducted by retailers and BRC.

As Technical Manager, you will be responsible for:

-Managing and leading the on-site technical and quality teams
-Overseeing all aspects of food safety, quality, and compliance with regulatory standards
-Leading external audits, including BRC and retailer audits
-Managing relationships with key customers, ensuring that their technical needs are met
-Driving continuous improvement within the technical department
-Ensuring full compliance with HACCP systems

Key Requirements:

-Proven experience in a similar level Technical Manager role within the food and drink industry
-Strong leadership skills with a demonstrated ability to manage and develop teams
-A robust understanding of BRC standards and HACCP systems
-Degree in a relevant field (e.g., Food Science, Food Technology, Microbiology)
-Experience working across multi-site operations is advantageous, but not essential
-Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively manage internal teams and external customer relationships.

Salary - 65,000 - 75,000

The ideal candidate will be working in a similar position within food production. If you feel this exceptional opportunity is for you and you meet the above criteria, then click apply and send us an updated copy of your CV - alternatively you can send through your C.V to (url removed) or phone (phone number removed).

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Company 

Zest

Location 

Manchester

Employment Hours 

Full Time

Employment Type 

Permanent

Salary 

£65,000 - £75,000 Per Annum

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