Technical Lead - Food Safety & Transformation

Drnewitt; Rochdale; On-site; GBP 76,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturer in Rochdale, UK, is looking for a dynamic Technical Lead to drive transformative change in food safety and quality. The successful candidate will oversee Technical, Quality Assurance, and Hygiene functions, ensuring compliance with regulations and best practices. This role requires proven leadership experience in food or FMCG manufacturing and a passion for continuous improvement and culture of accountability. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior Technical/Quality role within food/FMCG manufacturing.
• Demonstrable success in delivering mass transformation.
• Strong leadership skills to develop high-performing teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Technical, Quality Assurance, and Hygiene functions.
• Lead change management initiatives and teams.
• Manage internal and external audits and compliance.

Skills

Leadership skills

Knowledge of BRCGS

Knowledge of HACCP

Stakeholder management skills

Continuous improvement mindset

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

A leading food manufacturer in Rochdale, UK, is looking for a dynamic Technical Lead to drive transformative change in food safety and quality. The successful candidate will oversee Technical, Quality Assurance, and Hygiene functions, ensuring compliance with regulations and best practices. This role requires proven leadership experience in food or FMCG manufacturing and a passion for continuous improvement and culture of accountability. Competitive salary and benefits offered.