Site Technical Manager

iO Associates; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment firm is seeking a dynamic Site Technical Manager in Bridgwater, UK, to ensure the highest standards of product quality in food manufacturing. The role involves leading quality governance, developing strategic plans, and fostering a culture of excellence within the team. Ideal candidates should have HACCP and Food Safety certifications, along with significant experience in quality management in the food industry.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Company bonus scheme

Company car or car allowance

Private medical cover

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Matched pension scheme

Colleague rewards scheme

Free on-site parking

Excellent career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• HACCP and Food Safety certifications required.
• Experience in technical or quality management in food manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of retailer standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead quality systems governance.
• Develop strategic quality plans.
• Coach and develop team for high performance.
• Drive site improvement initiatives.
• Ensure governance of Quality Management System.
• Lead crisis management.

Skills

Leadership

Quality Management

Continuous Improvement

Risk-Based Decision Making

Education

HACCP Level 4

Food Safety Level 4

Lead Auditor qualification

Background in Dairy Science

Job description

Site Technical Manager

Bridgwater, UK

iO Associates is seeking an experienced Technical Manager leader passionate about driving product quality, compliance, and continuous improvement in food manufacturing. We're looking for a dynamic Site Technical Manager to lead the Quality function. You'll be responsible for ensuring that products meet the highest standards of quality and safety while fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration across the site.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the governance and assurance of site quality systems.
• Develop and deliver strategic quality plans aligned with group objectives.
• Empower and enable your team to deliver high performance through coaching, development, and succession planning.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across the site.
• Make risk-based decisions on product quality with a commercial mindset.
• Ensure full implementation and governance of the end-to-end Quality Management System (QMS).
• Lead crisis management and high-level problem-solving activities.

Qualifications & Experience

• HACCP Level 4 and Food Safety Level 4 certified.
• Lead Auditor qualification.
• Strong background in Dairy Science and Microbiology (or similar food manufacturing discipline).
• Proven leadership experience in a technical or quality management role within food manufacturing.
• Familiarity with retailer standards and regulatory requirements.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Company bonus scheme
• Company car or car allowance
• Private medical cover
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Matched pension scheme
• Access to a colleague rewards scheme with discounts across hundreds of retailers
• Free on-site parking
• Excellent career progression opportunities

If you're ready to make a real impact in a fast-paced, innovative manufacturing environment, we'd love to hear from you.