Technical Manager

Reed Specialist Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A market-leading manufacturer in the UK is seeking a Technical Manager to lead quality and compliance in food safety. In this role, you will maintain high standards while overseeing audits and managing technical teams. Ideal candidates should possess BRCGS and HACCP expertise and be proactive leaders with excellent communication skills. The position offers a competitive salary of £50,000 - £55,000 and various employee benefits including a generous holiday package.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Enhanced pension contributions

Generous holiday package

Professional development opportunities

Recognition programs

Qualifications

• Expertise in BRCGS, HACCP (Level 3+), UK food law, and QA leadership.
• Strong auditing, compliance, and continuous improvement skills.
• A proactive, solutions-focused leader with excellent communication.

Responsibilities

• Maintain top-tier food safety and quality standards.
• Lead audits, certifications (BRCGS AA+), and compliance programs.
• Oversee technical and hygiene teams, suppliers, and partners.
• Support new product development and process improvements.
• Manage budgets and technical aspects of growth projects.

Skills

BRCGS expertise

HACCP (Level 3+)

Auditing skills

Compliance

Leadership communications

Job description

Technical Manager

Location: West Sussex

Salary: £50,000 - £55,000

Type : Full-time

Join a market-leading, award-winning ambient goods manufacturer as a Technical Manager and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of high-quality products for high end customers. This is your chance to lead technical excellence, ensure compliance, and drive continuous improvement in a fast-growing business.

Why You'll Love This Role

Be at the heart of innovation and quality in the food industry.

Work with passionate teams across Technical, Quality and NPD.

Influence key decisions and contribute to growth and sustainability initiatives.

What You'll Do

• Maintain top-tier food safety and quality standards.
• Lead audits, certifications (BRCGS AA+), and compliance programs.
• Oversee technical and hygiene teams, suppliers, and partners.
• Support new product development and process improvements.
• Manage budgets and technical aspects of growth projects.

What We're Looking For

• Expertise in BRCGS, HACCP (Level 3+), UK food law, and QA leadership.
• Strong auditing, compliance, and continuous improvement skills.
• A proactive, solutions-focused leader with excellent communication.

What's in It for You

• Competitive salary and enhanced pension contributions.
• Generous holiday package (including birthday leave).
• Professional development opportunities and recognition programs.
• Additional perks and staff benefits...