Technical Manager

VANRATH; Craigavon; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturer in Craigavon is seeking an experienced Senior Technical Manager. This role involves leading a technical team to ensure product safety and compliance. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Food Science, extensive experience in food manufacturing, and strong leadership skills. The position offers a salary between £50,000 - £55,000 and a Monday to Friday schedule.

Benefits

Opportunities for career progression

Impactful senior leadership role

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior technical management role within food manufacturing.
• In-depth knowledge of HACCP, BRCGS, and food safety management systems.
• Strong retail customer-facing experience, including audit management.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop the technical team.
• Ensure all products meet legal, customer, and audit requirements.
• Build strong technical relationships with major retail customers.

Skills

Leadership and team development

Food safety expertise

Customer relationship management

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Proactive and adaptable

Education

Degree in Food Science or related subject

Tools

HACCP systems

BRCGS standards

Job description

The Opportunity

A market-leading food manufacturer, supplying major UK and Irish retailers, is seeking an experienced Senior Technical Manager to join their Craigavon site. This senior leadership role is central to ensuring all products are safe, legal, and consistently delivered to the highest standards of food safety and quality.

The Role

As Senior Technical Manager, you will have full responsibility for technical and quality functions on-site. You'll lead a high-performing team, championing a culture of compliance, continuous improvement, and customer focus. Working closely with Operations, NPD, and Commercial teams, you will also act as a key point of contact for retail customers and external auditors.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop the technical team, embedding a culture of food safety, quality, and compliance.
• Ensure all products meet legal, customer, and audit requirements.
• Build strong technical relationships with major retail customers, acting as their primary site contact.
• Manage and support customer visits and third-party audits.
• Oversee the technical training matrix and development plans.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across the site.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support innovation and new product launches.
• Ensure full compliance with HACCP, BRCGS, and retailer standards.

About You

We are looking for a confident leader with strong technical expertise and a proven track record in food manufacturing.

Essential

• Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, or related subject.
• Proven experience in a senior technical management role within food manufacturing.
• In-depth knowledge of HACCP, BRCGS, and food safety management systems.
• Strong retail customer-facing experience, including audit management.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Flexible, proactive, and adaptable approach.
• Full UK driving licence.

Desirable

• Lead Auditor / Internal Auditor qualification.
• Experience in high-care or high-risk manufacturing environments.
• Strong knowledge of retailer standards (M&S, Waitrose in particular).
• HACCP Level 4 certification.

What’s on Offer

• Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 depending on experience.
• Monday - Friday day shift (40 hours per week).
• Senior leadership role with scope to make a real impact.
• Opportunities for career progression within a growing business.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious technical professional ready to step into a senior role with real influence and visibility.

For further details or to arrange a confidential conversation, contact .

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