Technical Manager

FMCG People; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food brand in the UK is seeking a Technical Manager to ensure food safety and compliance while leading the site's technical function. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Food Science and proven experience in chilled food manufacturing. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact with a dynamic, award-winning brand in a phase of growth.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Technical Manager within chilled food manufacturing.
• Ability to influence at all levels.
• Strong working knowledge of HACCP and BRC requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead the site’s technical function to ensure food safety and quality.
• Take full ownership of the Quality Management System (QMS).
• Act as the primary technical contact for high-profile customers.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of HACCP

BRC requirements knowledge

Education

Degree in Food Science or related discipline

Job description

Overview

Salary £50,000 - £55,000 plus bonus

We’re looking for a Technical Manager to join one of the UK’s fastest-growing food brands, a business renowned for creating innovative, great-tasting products for major retailers. Having established itself as a category leader, the company is entering an exciting new phase of growth, backed by fresh investment and ambitious plans for the future.

Responsibilities

As Technical Manager, you’ll lead the site’s technical function, ensuring food safety, quality, and compliance remain second to none. You’ll take full ownership of the QMS, drive standards across the operation, and act as the primary technical contact for a high-profile customer base whilst maintaining compliance with customer requirements and third-party standards.

Qualifications

The successful Technical Manager will possess the following skills and experiences:

• Degree educated in Food Science or a related discipline
• Proven experience as a Technical Manager within chilled food manufacturing
• Outstanding leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence at all levels
• Strong working knowledge of HACCP, BRC requirements gained from customer-facing roles

Opportunity

This is a fantastic opportunity for an accomplished Technical Manager who wants to make a real impact and take their career to the next level with a dynamic, award-winning brand.