Technical Manager

D R Newitt & Associates; East Grinstead; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

D R Newitt & Associates in East Grinstead is recruiting a confident Technical Manager to drive technical and quality standards across a growing food manufacturing operation.

You will lead HACCP development and food safety procedures, contribute to BRCGS audits, and ensure compliance with relevant legislation while partnering with production to foster a strong safety culture. The role reports to the Head of Technical and requires strong leadership and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Experience in Technical, Quality or Food Safety in food manufacturing.
• HACCP Level 3 or above.
• Food Safety Level 3 or above.
• Good understanding of BRCGS standards and audit requirements.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to influence and drive standards across the operation.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and implementation of technical, quality and food safety standards.
• Maintain and continuously improve HACCP systems and food safety procedures.
• Play a key role in preparing for and contributing to BRCGS audits.
• Ensure compliance with food safety legislation and relevant industry standards.
• Coordinate internal audits, customer audits and third-party inspections.
• Investigate customer complaints and quality issues with effective corrective actions.
• Collaborate with production to promote a strong food safety culture.
• Provide technical guidance and coaching to colleagues across the business.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across technical processes and procedures.
• Maintain accurate technical documentation, specifications and quality records.

Skills

HACCP Level 3

Food Safety Level 3

Communication skills

Influencing others

Team leadership

Job description

The Opportunity

We are currently recruiting for a growing food manufacturing business looking to appoint a confident, proactive and people-focused Technical Manager.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a business with ambitious growth plans, where you can play a key role in developing technical standards, strengthening food safety processes and supporting the continued growth of the operation.

Reporting directly to the Head of Technical, you will take an active role in maintaining and improving the site's technical and quality standards, contributing to BRCGS audit preparation and ensuring food safety remains at the heart of the business.

This role would suit someone who combines strong technical knowledge with the confidence, resilience and personality to influence positive change across the operation.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the development and implementation of technical, quality and food safety standards.
• Maintain and continuously improve HACCP systems and food safety procedures.
• Play a key role in preparing for and contributing to BRCGS audits.
• Ensure compliance with food safety legislation and relevant industry standards.
• Coordinate internal audits, customer audits and third-party inspections.
• Investigate customer complaints, non-conformances and quality issues, ensuring effective corrective actions.
• Work closely with production and operational teams to promote a strong food safety culture.
• Provide technical guidance, coaching and support to colleagues across the business.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across technical processes and procedures.
• Maintain accurate technical documentation, specifications and quality records.
• Support the Head of Technical with wider projects and business initiatives.

About You

We're looking for someone with a strong technical background within food manufacturing who is ready to take ownership, make an impact and contribute to the development of a growing business.

Ideally, you will have:

• Previous experience within a Technical, Quality or Food Safety role in food manufacturing.
• HACCP Level 3 or above.
• Food Safety Level 3 or above.
• A good understanding of BRCGS standards and audit requirements.
• Experience supporting BRC audits and maintaining technical compliance.
• Knowledge of food safety legislation and quality management systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The confidence to challenge, influence and drive standards across the operation.

The Right Person

Personality will be just as important as technical experience.

You’ll be a confident and resilient individual who can stand their ground when necessary, handle challenging situations and influence people at all levels of the business.

You’ll also be approachable, personable and a strong team player, with the ability to build relationships across production and operational teams.

This isn't a role for someone who simply wants to maintain existing processes. It's an opportunity for someone who wants to get involved, contribute ideas and help shape the technical function as the business continues to grow.

What's on Offer?

• The opportunity to join an ambitious and growing food manufacturing business.
• A key position within the technical team.
• Direct reporting line to the Head of Technical.
• The opportunity to influence and improve technical standards.
• Involvement in BRCGS audits and wider business development.
• A chance to develop alongside the business as it continues to grow.