Technical Manager

As Technical Manager, you''ll be the site lead for food safety, product quality, and compliance. This is a hands-on and strategic role, ensuring the business consistently meets (and exceeds) customer, legal, and third-party standards. You''ll lead the Technical/QA team, inspire a strong food safety culture, and play a vital role in delivering products our customers love.What you''ll be doingOwn site compliance with BRCGS, Red Tractor and customer standards.Lead HACCP, TACCP and VACCP programmes and maintain our Food Safety and Quality Management System.Ensure full audit readiness - hosting external and customer audits.Manage product quality checks, allergen and speciation controls, microbiological and hygiene monitoring.Lead root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives.Oversee technical reporting, KPIs, complaints and customer specifications.Develop and manage a motivated Technical/QA team, embedding a strong food safety culture.Collaborate with NPD, operations, hygiene and commercial teams to deliver innovation and customer satisfaction.What we''re looking forA proven track record in a Technical or QA leadership role within food manufacturing (fresh produce or chilled highly desirable).Strong knowledge of BRCGS, HACCP (Level 3+), food safety systems and customer standards.Experience managing audits and technical teams in a fast-paced environment.Excellent problem-solving, influencing and communication skills.A passion for sustainable food and a desire to make ..... full job details .....