Quality Technical Manager

ZipRecruiter; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing food manufacturing company in York is looking for a Quality Technical Manager to lead their Quality Assurance function and drive BRC accreditation. This role offers a 4.5-day working week and a chance to impact quality systems and compliance significantly. The ideal candidate has a degree in Food Science and relevant manufacturing experience. You will collaborate with senior leadership and help shape the company's quality standards.

Benefits

4.5-day working week

Direct access to senior leadership

Collaborative working environment

Qualifications

• Relevant food manufacturing experience with prior experience as a Technical Manager.
• Excellent communication skills to collaborate across all business levels.
• Detail-oriented with high standards for quality and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Quality Assurance function and implement company QA measures.
• Prepare and maintain the company Quality Management System for compliance.
• Oversee the specification change procedure and ensure compliance.

Skills

Food labelling regulations knowledge

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Degree in Food Science or related discipline

Level 3–4 HACCP qualification

Level 4 Food Hygiene qualification

Lead Auditor qualification

Job description

Overview

Are you ready to lead a technical function and shape the future quality standards of a growing business? We’re hiring a Quality Technical Manager to take ownership of the technical agenda, lead a small but capable team, and drive the company’s strategic progression towards BRC accreditation. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a collaborative environment where you’ll work closely with senior leadership and colleagues across all departments. You’ll enjoy a Monday to Friday, 4.5-day working week and the chance to make a real impact on quality systems, compliance, and product integrity.

Responsibilities

• Leading the Quality Assurance function, ensuring company QA measures are communicated, implemented, and enforced constructively
• Preparing, maintaining, and developing the company Quality Management System to ensure compliance with SALSA standards and progression towards BRC accreditation
• Managing the HACCP system and allergen risk assessments
• Overseeing and updating the product specification library and ingredient labelling protocols
• Supporting the NPD team by providing technical input for new product launches, including shelf-life advice and specification requirements
• Coordinating with suppliers’ technical departments to ensure alignment with company expectations
• Investigating quality issues with raw materials, packaging, or bulk stock, and implementing pragmatic solutions in line with operational requirements
• Managing the specification change procedure and labelling system, ensuring accuracy and compliance
• Developing and overseeing a customer complaints procedure, investigating issues promptly, involving suppliers as needed, and identifying trends
• Ensuring all traceability protocols are maintained to meet regulatory and customer requirements

Qualifications

• Degree in Food Science or related discipline, or equivalent experience
• Relevant food manufacturing experience with prior experience as a Technical Manager
• Strong knowledge of food labelling regulations and best practice
• Level 3–4 HACCP qualification
• Level 4 Food Hygiene qualification
• Lead Auditor qualification
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across all levels of the business
• Strong problem-solving skills with a pragmatic, solutions-focused approach

Personal profile

• Detail-oriented with high standards for quality and compliance
• Proactive leader with the ability to influence and engage teams constructively
• Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
• Comfortable working closely with suppliers, customers, and internal teams

What’s in it for you?

• Monday to Friday, 4.5-day working week
• Opportunity to lead the technical function and guide the business towards BRC accreditation
• A collaborative working environment with direct access to senior leadership
• The chance to make a measurable impact on quality, compliance, and operational efficiency

Do you think you fit the criteria? Want to find out more about the role?