Interim Head Of Technical

Silven Recruitment; Stamfordham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in the UK is seeking an Interim Head of Technical for food manufacturing. This role demands strong leadership in food safety and quality compliance. The successful candidate will guide a technical team through challenges, ensuring standards and process improvements. Key responsibilities include optimizing efficiencies and maintaining compliance with food safety regulations. Ideal for adaptable leaders with proven experience and communication skills, this position offers an exciting challenge during a critical period for the business.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior technical role within food manufacturing.
• Expertise in BRC, HACCP, and FSA regulations.
• Strong people leadership skills in high-pressure environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a team of technical experts.
• Drive food safety and quality compliance.
• Optimize processes to improve efficiency.
• Collaborate across teams for smooth production.
• Ensure compliance during audits and inspections.

Skills

Food safety

Quality assurance

Team leadership

Process optimization

Effective communication

Job description

Interim Head of Technical – Food Manufacturing

Location: North East UK
Duration: 3‑6 months (Interim)
Start Date: ASAP

Industry: Food Manufacturing

Are you ready to take on a challenge that will test your technical expertise, your people leadership skills, and your ability to deliver at a critical time of year?

I'm looking for a talented Interim Head of Technical to lead one of our client's technical teams through an exciting and challenging period. You'll play a key role in maintaining site standards and improving processes while the site secures a new permanent Head of Technical.

What's the challenge?

As Interim Head of Technical, you'll be at the heart of technical operations; ensuring food safety, quality, and compliance are always top‑notch. It's not just about maintaining standards - it's about improving processes, and driving efficiencies.

The Goals

• Lead & inspire a team of technical experts.
• Drive Food Safety & Quality ensuring compliance with BRC, HACCP, and FSA.
• Optimize processes to improve efficiency and meet tight deadlines.
• Collaborate across teams to ensure smooth production and timely delivery.
• Ensure compliance & quality with all audits, inspections, and customer standards.

What Makes You a Great Fit

• You're not just an expert in food safety and quality - you're a people leader who excels at motivating your team and driving performance, especially during high‑pressure periods.
• You thrive in fast‑paced, high‑stakes environments where adaptability, quick thinking, and a strong sense of urgency are essential.

You bring a hands‑on, problem‑solving approach to every challenge, finding practical solutions that keep production flowing smoothly.

You have proven experience in a senior technical role within food manufacturing, with expertise in BRC, HACCP, and FSA regulations.

Your communication skills are top‑notch, and you're confident in engaging with teams, customers, and auditors alike.

Ready to Lead the Charge?

If you're an experienced technical leader with a passion for food manufacturing and a knack for managing people and processes under pressure, we want you! This is your chance to make a real impact during a pivotal time for the business.

To apply, please send your CV to the email listed here and I can pop you a call to discuss the details of the role.