Site Technical Manager

Zest; Moulton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established food manufacturer in Moulton is seeking a Site Technical Manager to oversee the Quality and Food Safety agenda. In this key leadership role, you will lead the Technical Team to ensure compliance with HACCP and BRCGS standards, foster a positive food safety culture, and liaise with major retail customers. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in food manufacturing, with strong leadership and problem-solving skills, and a relevant degree. This position offers opportunities for professional growth in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Continuous improvement opportunities

Professional growth support

Qualifications

• Experience in a senior technical, QA, or quality systems role within the food manufacturing industry.
• Strong knowledge of HACCP (Level 4), Food Safety (Level 4), and internal auditing.
• Experience leading customer audits and maintaining BRCGS compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the site Technical Team for quality performance.
• Champion a food safety culture through leadership and engagement.
• Manage compliance requirements including HACCP and audits.
• Ensure product standards meet customer and legislative expectations.
• Investigate and resolve non-conformances with root cause analysis.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

HACCP knowledge

Communication skills

Collaboration

Education

Relevant food science degree or equivalent

Job description

An established food manufacturer are looking for Site Technical Manager to lead the Quality and Food Safety agenda. An opportunity for proven technical professional who thrives in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment and enjoys developing people, systems, and standards.

The Role

• Lead and develop the site Technical Team to deliver outstanding food safety and quality performance.
• Champion a positive food safety culture through visible leadership and engagement across the site.
• Manage all technical compliance requirements including HACCP, internal audits, and customer and third‑party audits.
• Ensure all product, process, and system standards meet both customer and legislative expectations.
• Investigate and resolve non‑conformances using root cause analysis and implement robust corrective and preventive actions.
• Partner with internal stakeholders and customers to deliver continuous improvement in quality, food safety, and cost control.
• Act as the key technical contact for major retail customers, ensuring full compliance with their codes of practice.

About You

• Experience in a senior technical, QA, or quality systems role within the food manufacturing industry (chilled or fresh food experience advantageous).
• Strong working knowledge of HACCP (Level 4), Food Safety (Level 4), and internal auditing.
• Demonstrable experience of leading customer audits and maintaining BRCGS compliance.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels.
• A proactive, collaborative approach to problem‑solving and driving site improvements.
• A relevant food science or related degree (or equivalent practical experience).

Why Apply?

• A key leadership position within a respected food manufacturing site.
• Opportunity to shape and develop site standards and the technical team.
• A supportive environment that values continuous improvement and professional growth.

Interested?

If you're an experienced Technical Manager or a Senior QA/Technical professional ready to take the next step, get in touch!