Technical Manager

manucomm recruitment; Bristol; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturer in Bristol is looking for a Technical Manager to oversee quality systems and ensure food safety compliance. This role involves managing documentation, conducting audits, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience in a Technical/QA role within food manufacturing. This position offers a salary of up to £50,000 and excellent benefits, including Christmas shutdown.

Benefits

Christmas shutdown

Excellent benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in a Technical/QA role within food manufacturing or packing.
• Strong understanding of auditing, food safety systems, and FSSC 22000.
• Confident leading audits and communicating with customers and suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and improve site quality systems to meet certification requirements.
• Manage Quality/Food Safety documentation and compliance.
• Conduct internal audits and lead the site HACCP program.
• Drive continuous improvement of technical and manufacturing standards.

Skills

Technical/QA experience in food manufacturing

Food Safety Level 3

HACCP Level 3

Understanding of auditing and FSSC 22000

Problem-solving mindset

Job description

Technical Manager

Location: Bristol
Salary: Up to £50,000 DOE

A rapidly expanding food manufacturer in Bristol is seeking a confident and ambitious Technical Manager to take ownership of quality systems, food safety compliance and technical standards across the site. The site is looking to achieve BRC accreditation within the next 12 months. This is an excellent opportunity to work closely with senior management and drive continuous improvement whilst remaining hands on.

Role Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain and improve site quality systems to meet customer and certification requirements
• Own and manage all Quality/Food Safety documentation, including version and change control
• Ensure compliance with food safety, quality, traceability, labelling and specification standards
• Lead FSSC 22000 auditing procedures and drive completion of corrective actions
• Conduct internal audits (FSSC 22000, GMP, customer-specific)
• Lead the site HACCP program
• Complete customer/third-party SAQs and technical information requests
• Manage supplier non-conformances and close out actions
• Investigate customer complaints, identify trends and implement improvements
• Support traceability challenges, mass balances and product reviews
• Maintain raw material and finished product specifications
• Drive continuous improvement of technical and manufacturing standards
• Support investigations into quality issues and collaborate with the Factory Manager
• Ensure high standards of hygiene and housekeeping
• Liaise with regulatory bodies, suppliers and customer technical teams
• Support NPD with artwork approval, shelf-life studies, HACCP inputs and product trials

Skills & Experience

• Minimum 3 years' experience in a Technical/QA role within food manufacturing or packing
• Food Safety Level 3 and HACCP Level 3 (minimum)
• Strong understanding of auditing, food safety systems and FSSC 22000
• Confident leading audits and communicating with customers and suppliers
• Strong problem-solving and continuous improvement mindset

Benefits

Salary £50,000 pa plus excellent Benefits including Christmas shutdown

Keywords: QA Manager, Quality Systems Manager, Technical Supervisor, Technical Team Lead, Technical Manager