Technical Manager

Job Title: Technical Manager
Location: South West Scotland (Relocation Support Considered)
Salary: Competitive + Benefits
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Technical Manager to join a well-established and growing food manufacturing site in South West Scotland. This is a senior leadership role ideal for someone passionate about food safety, quality, and driving technical excellence across the site.

As Technical Manager, you will lead the technical agenda - ensuring products meet the highest standards of safety, legality, and quality while supporting continuous improvement and operational efficiency. You’ll manage a capable technical team and work closely with production, commercial, and NPD functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the technical, QA, and compliance teams on site

• Maintain and improve food safety and quality systems in line with BRC, customer, and legal standards

• Manage site HACCP, TACCP, VACCP and internal audit programmes

• Ensure readiness for third-party, customer, and regulatory audits

• Collaborate cross-functionally to support operational decisions relating to quality and compliance

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and support cultural development across the site

About You

• Proven experience in a Technical Manager or Senior Technical role within a high-risk food manufacturing environment

• Strong knowledge of BRCGS, HACCP, and retailer technical standards

• Excellent leadership, communication, and influencing skills

• A proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement

• Open to relocating or already based in South West Scotland

Why Apply?

TA chance to shape technical standards and culture at a well-backed and evolving site. You’ll have autonomy, visible leadership, and the opportunity to really make your mark in a business that values continuous improvement and team development.

Support is available for the right candidate.

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