Factory Technical Manager

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Bonus Scheme

Salary Sacrifice Schemes

33 days annual leave

Job summary

The Compleat Food Group is recruiting a Factory Technical Manager for our Barnsley site. You will lead the technical team, drive food safety and quality, and deliver strategies that meet retailer and business requirements.

In this senior role, you will own site audits, customer relationships, and continuous improvement initiatives, while coordinating with cross-functional teams and acting as a deputy for the Head of Technical when needed.

Qualifications

• Degree in a food-related discipline.
• Proven experience in a technical management role within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment (ideally chilled).
• Strong experience working with UK retailers (Top 5 preferred) and BRC standards.
• Proven track record of leading audits and managing factory technical teams.
• Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Full UK driving licence (travel to other sites required).

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the factory technical team day-to-day, driving a culture of high performance and continuous improvement.
• Deliver technical and quality strategies aligned to retailer and TCFG requirements.
• Manage customer relationships, ensuring excellence in technical account management.
• Lead site audits, customer visits and ensure strong audit outcomes (BRC & retailer).
• Drive site performance through effective use of data and technical KPIs.
• Develop and deliver joint quality improvement plans with customers.
• Work cross-functionally with site teams and wider business to ensure aligned delivery.
• Deputise for the Head of Technical when required.

Education

Degree qualified in a food-related discipline

Tools

Technical management

Job description

We're recruiting for a Factory Technical Manager to join The Compleat Food Group at our Barnsley site. This is a key leadership

role, responsible for driving food safety, quality, and technical excellence across the factory, while delivering against both

customer and business expectations.

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Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the factory technical team day-to-day, driving a culture of high performance and continuous improvement
• Deliver technical and quality strategies aligned to retailer and TCFG requirements
• Manage customer relationships, ensuring excellence in technical account management
• Lead site audits, customer visits and ensure strong audit outcomes (BRC & retailer)
• Drive site performance through effective use of data and technical KPIs
• Develop and deliver joint quality improvement plans with customers
• Work cross-functionally with site teams and wider business to ensure aligned delivery
• Deputise for the Head of Technical when required

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Food Safety & Quality

• Overall accountability for food safety and quality standards across the site
• Ensure full compliance with GMP, HACCP, allergen management and specifications
• Lead investigations into non-conformance, driving root cause and preventative actions
• Proactively drive continuous improvement to reduce complaints and improve quality

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Health, Safety & Environment

• Ensure full compliance with HSE policies, procedures and legislation
• Promote a strong safety culture across the site
• Ensure risk assessments, safe systems of work and training are in place

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• Lead, develop and coach the technical team, driving capability and succession planning
• Set clear objectives and performance standards, with regular reviews
• Manage resourcing, performance, ER matters and development plans
• Build an engaged, high-performing team aligned to business goals

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What We're Looking For

• Degree qualified in a food-related discipline
• Proven experience in a technical management role within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment (ideally chilled)
• Strong experience working with UK retailers (Top 5 preferred) and BRC standards
• Proven track record of leading audits and managing factory technical teams
• Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills
• Full UK driving licence (travel to other sites required)

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About The Compleat Food Group

At The Compleat Food Group, we're proud to be a food business built on purpose and passion. Formed in 2021, we're on a mission to

create Food to Feel Good - great quality, tasty and affordable food that people love to eat.

We're home to some of the UK's most exciting and loved food brands, including Wall's Pastry, Pork Farms, Wrights, The Real

Yorkshire Pudding Co., unearthed, Vadasz, Squeaky Bean, Palace Culture, and Harvey & Brockless. Alongside our branded portfolio,

we're a leading supplier of delicious own-label pastry, sweet bakery, party food, olives and antipasti, added-value egg products,

continental meats, dips and sauces and plant-based food to the UK’s major retailers, as well as across foodservice.

With over 6,000 talented colleagues across 17 sites, and an annual turnover of £1.3bn, we're united by a shared ambition to shape

the future of food for the better.

We are backed by European private equity firm PAI Partners.

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Why Join Us?

At The Compleat Food Group, we believe our people are the heart of our success. That’s why we offer a wide range of benefits

designed to support your lifestyle, wellbeing, and career growth:

• Company Bonus Scheme recognising performance and contribution
• Salary Sacrifice Schemes - including Electric Vehicles, Home & Tech, Cycle to Work, and SMART Pension
• 33 days' annual leave (including bank holidays) with the option to purchase extra
• Access to enhanced retail discounts online and in-store
• Free product handouts across our sites, so you can sample and enjoy our delicious products first hand
• EV charging points - available at selected sites
• Private Medical Insurance (work level dependent)
• 24/7 access to GroceryAid for free financial, emotional, and practical support
• Physical Wellbeing Hub - free on-demand exercise classes, gym discounts
• Free diet & nutrition advice with access to thousands of healthy recipes
• Online wellbeing support - from mindfulness to lifestyle resources
• Financial wellbeing tools - including mortgage calculators, budgeting tools, and financial aid
• Access to a personalised online learning platform (LMS)
• Formal and informal training opportunities tailored to your role
• Performance Development Plans and regular Career Conversations
• Company Mentoring Scheme to add depth and really support your career journey
• Recognition through Club Compleat rewards

Community & Culture

• 2 paid volunteering days per year to give back to causes that matter to you
• Charity initiatives and fundraising events
• Team socials to connect and celebrate together