Technical Manager

Tate; Harlow; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 48,500; Full time

Job summary

Tate in Harlow, Essex is seeking a Technical Manager to lead Food Safety, Quality & Compliance in a growing manufacturing environment. You will own HACCP, QMS, and regulatory compliance while developing technical teams and driving continuous improvement across the site.

The role requires strong leadership, excellent communication, and extensive experience in food manufacturing with HACCP and BRC/GMP standards. Travel minimal; location at Harlow facility with 9am-5pm hours.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as Technical Manager, Quality Manager or Senior Technical role in food manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of HACCP and food safety systems.
• Experience with BRC, GMP and UK/EU food regulations.
• Proven internal auditing experience.
• Experience managing technical documentation, supplier compliance and traceability.

Responsibilities

• Lead and maintain the Food Safety & Quality Management System (QMS).
• Ensure HACCP plans remain effective, current, and fully implemented.
• Manage compliance with BRC, GMP, FEMAS and relevant UK/EU food regulations.
• Oversee food safety records, traceability documentation, and product quality controls.
• Manage supplier approval processes, specifications, and accreditation documentation.
• Handle customer and supplier technical queries and documentation requests.
• Conduct internal audits and manage corrective and preventive actions.
• Ensure document control processes are maintained and regularly reviewed.
• Manage relationships with pest control and cleaning contractors, ensuring recommendations are implemented.
• Audit hygiene and cleaning standards to drive continuous improvement.
• Develop and deliver food safety training across the production environment.
• Support the delivery of health and safety training initiatives.
• Work collaboratively with department managers to maintain and improve operational standards.

Skills

HACCP knowledge

Food safety management

Quality management

Internal auditing

Leadership

Team leadership

Problem solving

Decision making

Documentation

Job description

Technical Manager (Food Industry)

Harlow, Essex

£45K to £48500 DOE + Benefits

Full-Time | Permanent (hours 9am to 5pm)

Lead Food Safety, Quality & Compliance in a Growing Manufacturing Environment

We are seeking an experienced Technical Manager ideally in the flour industry to take ownership of food safety, quality management and regulatory compliance within a well-established food production business based in Harlow.

This is an excellent opportunity for a technical professional who is passionate about maintaining the highest standards of food safety, quality assurance and continuous improvement while leading and developing technical teams.

The Role

As Technical Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring the business maintains full compliance with food safety, quality, and industry standards. You will lead the Food Safety & Quality Management System, oversee HACCP processes and work closely with operational teams to drive best practice across the site.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and maintain the Food Safety & Quality Management System (QMS).
• Ensure HACCP plans remain effective, current, and fully implemented.
• Manage compliance with BRC, GMP, FEMAS and relevant UK and EU food regulations.
• Oversee food safety records, traceability documentation, and product quality controls.
• Manage supplier approval processes, specifications, and accreditation documentation.
• Handle customer and supplier technical queries and documentation requests.
• Conduct internal audits and manage corrective and preventative actions.
• Ensure document control processes are maintained and regularly reviewed.
• Manage relationships with pest control and cleaning contractors, ensuring recommendations are implemented.
• Audit hygiene and cleaning standards to drive continuous improvement.
• Develop and deliver food safety training across the production environment.
• Support the delivery of health and safety training initiatives.
• Work collaboratively with department managers to maintain and improve operational standards.

About You

We’re looking for a technical professional who combines strong food manufacturing knowledge with excellent leadership and communication skills.

Essential Experience

• Previous experience in a Technical Manager, Quality Manager or Senior Technical role within food manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of HACCP, food safety systems and quality management.
• Experience working with BRC, GMP and food industry compliance standards.
• Proven internal auditing experience.
• Experience managing technical documentation, supplier compliance, and traceability systems.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to influence and engage teams across production and operational functions.

Desirable

• Experience within flour milling, ingredients, bakery, or wider food manufacturing sectors.
• Food Safety and HACCP qualifications.
• Knowledge of VACCP, TACCP and Food Defence principles.
• Health & Safety training experience.

Why Apply?

Opportunity to play a key role in maintaining and enhancing food safety and quality standards.

Join an established and respected manufacturing business.

Influence site-wide continuous improvement initiatives.

Work with a collaborative leadership team committed to operational excellence.

Tate is committed to promoting equal opportunities. To ensure that every candidate has the best experience with us, we encourage you to let us know if there are any adjustments we can make during the application or interview process. Your comfort and accessibility are our priority, and we are here to support you every step of the way. Additionally, we value and respect your individuality, and we invite you to share your preferred pronouns in your application.