Technical Manager

Next Generation Recruitment; Northern Ireland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturer in Northern Ireland is seeking an experienced Technical Manager to oversee food safety and quality compliance. In this key onsite role, you will drive the management system, lead audits, and ensure HACCP implementation. The ideal candidate will have over two years of experience in a similar role, with strong knowledge of BRCGS v9 and relevant retailer practices. This position offers significant responsibility and the chance to make a visible impact in a stable organization.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in a similar Technical role within food manufacturing.
• Strong experience with BRCGS v9 and retailer Codes of Practice.
• Confident in hosting audits and managing technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the site Quality Management System per BRCGS Food Safety Standard version 9.
• Prepare for and host third party and retailer audits.
• Manage the site HACCP plan and validate food safety controls.
• Oversee supplier approval and risk assessments.
• Investigate customer complaints within agreed timeframes.
• Deliver internal audit schedule and support compliance improvement.
• Provide technical oversight for NPD projects.
• Train new starters on site procedures.
• Present monthly Technical KPIs to senior management.

Skills

Knowledge of BRCGS v9

Technical documentation management

Auditing experience

HACCP management

Job description

I am delighted to be partnering with a well established chilled food manufacturer in Northern Ireland who supply premium products to major retailers across the UK and Ireland. Due to continued growth, they are now seeking an experienced Technical Manager to join their leadership team.

This is a key onsite role for someone who enjoys real ownership of food safety, quality systems and compliance. You will work closely with the Managing Director and Operations Manager, taking the lead on BRCGS v9, customer standards, HACCP and Technical governance across a busy production facility.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and maintain the site Quality Management System in line with BRCGS Food Safety Standard version 9
• Prepare for and host third party and retailer audits, including full close out of actions
• Manage the site HACCP plan and ensure all food safety controls are validated and maintained
• Oversee supplier approval, raw material and packaging risk assessments
• Investigate and manage customer complaints within agreed timeframes
• Deliver the internal audit schedule and support cross functional compliance improvement
• Provide technical oversight to NPD projects from concept through to launch
• Train new starters and provide refresher training to existing staff on site procedures
• Present monthly Technical KPIs to senior management

What the ideal candidate looks like

• 2 plus years experience in a similar Technical role within food manufacturing
• Strong working knowledge of BRCGS v9 and major retailer Codes of Practice
• Confident hosting audits and managing technical documentation

  Why this role is worth exploring

  • A stable and reputable food business with strong technical foundations
  • Supportive leadership and genuine autonomy in the Technical function
  • Full ownership of BRCGS, audits, HACCP, suppliers and NPD
  • A role where you can make a visible impact across the site

  If you have Technical Management or Senior Technical experience in the food industry and would like to learn more, I would be happy to share further details in confidence.

  The Next Step for You

  Should this position be of interest to you please submit your CV to Jessica from Next Generation Recruitment using the apply button.

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