Senior Technical Manager

Morrisons; Thrapston; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading British food manufacturing company in Thrapston is seeking a Senior Technical Manager to lead technical functions and ensure food safety and quality. The role involves strategic development, team leadership, and driving performance improvements. Candidates should have extensive knowledge in food manufacturing processes and recognized qualifications in relevant fields. Competitive benefits include discounts, development opportunities, and a strong commitment to diversity.

Benefits

15% discount in store

10% discount card for friends

Career progression opportunities

Generous holiday entitlement

Market leading pension scheme

Healthcare benefits

Free parking onsite

Enhanced family leave

Annual bonus scheme

Car allowance

Qualifications

• Proven track record in leading the technical function for produce operations.
• Experience in driving culture change for quality delivery.
• Ability to manage change at pace and engage teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the Technical strategy for the site.
• Lead Site Technical and Hygiene teams.
• Ensure safe, legal, high-quality products.

Skills

Knowledge of food manufacturing processes

Strong leadership skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to drive performance improvement

Education

Recognized qualifications in Microbiology

Food Science or Food Technology

Lead Assessor and HACCP

Job description

Overview

As we develop our food manufacturing business through Myton Food Group, we are seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Technical Manager to shape and execute the Technical function. Serving Morrisons and a growing number of external customers, the successful individual will have a proven track record in leading the technical function for a diverse produce operation and will be looking to grow their career as we grow the business.

This pivotal role involves driving food quality and improved satisfaction for our customers whilst also overseeing Food Safety, legality and integrity across our produce manufacturing site in high risk and low risk areas.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the Technical strategy for the site, working closely with the Myton Food Group Produce division, aligning with commercial, operational and broader business goals.


• Lead Site Technical and Hygiene teams to deliver vertically integrated products for own brand and 3rd party customers.


• Drive culture change programmes for quality delivery and new business projects.


• Ensure safe, legal, high-quality products, guarding against customer illness, fines, adverse publicity, and brand damage.

About you

Key Requirements:

• In-depth knowledge of food manufacturing processes, produce quality and food safety controls, and legislation.


• Experience in working with At Source, site technical, procurement and operational teams.


• Strong leadership skills with experience in large and multi-site leadership.


• Ability to drive performance improvement and manage change at pace.


• Excellent communication, engagement, and motivational skills.


• Recognized qualifications in Microbiology, Food Science, Food Technology, Lead Assessor, and HACCP.

Key Relationships:

• Suppliers, Technical Colleagues, Retail, Procurement, Commercial, Operations and Regulatory agencies


• Industry Specialists, Trade Bodies, and Service Providers

About us

In return for all your hard work, you will receive:

• 15% discount in store from the day you join us


• Additional 10% discount card for a friend or family member


• Career progression and development opportunities


• Generous holiday entitlement


• Market leading pension scheme and life assurance


• Healthcare benefits including Aviva Digital GP


• ‘MyPerks’ giving you discount with over 850 retailers


• Free parking onsite


• Enhanced Family, Maternity and Paternity Leave


• Annual bonus scheme


• Private healthcare


• Car Allowance

You’ll find a great big welcome here at Myton Food Group - the part of our business that looks after manufacturing, whilst maintaining strong roots within Morrisons Supermarkets.

At Myton Food Group, we have a legacy to be proud of. We’re British farming’s biggest single direct customer. We buy from highly valued suppliers. And we’re passionate about the quality of our food. Today, we have 19 manufacturing sites across the UK, where we pack and process fresh meats and fish, savoury and sweet pies, fruit and veg, flower bouquets, bread and lots more.

We really do stand out in the world of food manufacturing. But what we’re especially proud of is the way we all get stuck in and work as a team, in partnership across our supply chain. Read more about what we do at our Myton Food Group website.

We’re proud to be building a team that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We want every colleague to feel respected, supported and able to be themselves at work. Different voices, experiences and ways of thinking help us grow and improve and that’s good for our customers too.

We’re always looking for people from all walks of life to join us and bring their talents to our team. Together, we can build a workplace where everyone has the chance to thrive and make a difference.