Factory Technical Manager: Food Quality & Safety Lead

Cranswick plc; South Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent food manufacturer in South Yorkshire is looking for an experienced Factory Technical Manager. In this role, you will ensure the safety, legality, and quality of products manufactured on-site. You will lead the quality team, manage internal inspections, and support audits. Successful candidates will have proven food manufacturing experience, strong management and communication skills, and preferably hold relevant qualifications. A salary will be discussed at the interview stage.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in food manufacturing in a similar role.
• Passion and eagerness to work on the factory floor.
• Excellent management and team-leading skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical and quality management on the shop floor.
• Manage factory’s internal inspections.
• Support customer visits and audits.

Skills

Food manufacturing experience

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Management skills

Influencing skills

Persuasion skills

Education

Food related BSc qualification

Level 4 Food Safety (Advanced)

Level 4 in Health & Safety (IOSH Managing Safely)

Internal/Third party Auditing Qualification

Level 4 HACCP

Advanced TACCP

Level 4 Listeria and Allergen Management

Job description

A prominent food manufacturer in South Yorkshire is looking for an experienced Factory Technical Manager. In this role, you will ensure the safety, legality, and quality of products manufactured on-site. You will lead the quality team, manage internal inspections, and support audits. Successful candidates will have proven food manufacturing experience, strong management and communication skills, and preferably hold relevant qualifications. A salary will be discussed at the interview stage.