Senior Technical Leader – Multi-Site Food Manufacturing

Drnewitt; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A major UK chilled food group is seeking a Site Head of Technical to lead technical functions across three manufacturing sites. This senior role involves managing a technical team, ensuring food safety and compliance, and developing performance standards. It offers career-defining progression within a fast-growing business with high-profile customer engagement and autonomy. Ideal candidates will have significant leadership experience in food manufacturing and strong relationships with UK retailers.

Qualifications

• Experience leading technical teams in food manufacturing, especially chilled products.
• Ability to manage compliance and relationships with UK retailers.
• Experience in fast-paced environments with a focus on auditing.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical function across three sites, focusing on food safety and quality.
• Manage a large technical team and drive continuous improvement.
• Implement group technical strategy and ensure audit excellence.

Skills

Senior technical leadership experience in food manufacturing

Strong UK retailer experience

Proven audit leadership

Commercial awareness

Confidence in fast-paced environments

Education

Degree qualified with food safety credentials

Job description

A major UK chilled food group is seeking a Site Head of Technical to lead technical functions across three manufacturing sites. This senior role involves managing a technical team, ensuring food safety and compliance, and developing performance standards. It offers career-defining progression within a fast-growing business with high-profile customer engagement and autonomy. Ideal candidates will have significant leadership experience in food manufacturing and strong relationships with UK retailers.