Technical Manager

Reed Specialist Recruitment Ltd.; Slough; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a hands-on Technical Manager for a chilled food manufacturing site in Slough. This role is vital for maintaining compliance with food safety and quality standards. The ideal candidate has experience in a similar capacity and is confident on the factory floor, driving improvement and engagement in a fast-paced environment. Opportunities for progression and involvement in shaping the technical function are offered.

Benefits

Opportunity for career progression

Supportive work environment

Make a visible impact in operations

Qualifications

• Experience in Factory QA Manager or Quality Manager role within chilled food manufacturing.
• Strong working knowledge of QMS, HACCP, and food safety.
• Leadership potential and resilient mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead the site's technical agenda for compliance.
• Develop and manage the Quality Management System.
• Collaborate with teams to uphold technical standards.

Skills

Quality Management System (QMS)

HACCP

Food safety legislation

Proactive mindset

Ability to investigate non-conformances

Job description

Technical Manager - Chilled Food Manufacturing

Location: Slough

Salary: £50,000 - £60,000

Reporting to: Site Lead

Interview Process: 2 stages, (first Teams, second F2F)

Overview

We are recruiting for a hands‑on Technical Manager to join a dynamic chilled food manufacturing site in Slough. This is an excellent opportunity for a current Factory QA Manager or Quality Manager looking to take the next step in their career. The role is central to maintaining and improving site technical standards, ensuring compliance, and supporting customer relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the site's technical agenda, ensuring compliance with food safety, quality, and legal standards.
• Own and develop the site's Quality Management System (QMS), driving continuous improvement and simplification.
• Manage customer audits and approvals, ensuring readiness and successful outcomes.
• Act as the technical point of contact for internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Support and coach the QA team, fostering a culture of accountability and high standards.
• Collaborate with production and operations to ensure technical standards are upheld on the factory floor.
• Investigate and resolve non-conformances, customer complaints, and supplier issues.
• Maintain up-to-date documentation and records in line with BRC and retailer standards.
• Drive site-wide awareness of food safety and quality through training and engagement.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Currently working in a Factory QA Manager or Quality Manager role within a chilled food manufacturing environment.
• Strong working knowledge of QMS, HACCP, and food safety legislation.
• Confident and assertive on the factory floor, with a proactive and solution‑focused mindset.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, hands‑on environment.
• Experience with customer audits and technical documentation.
• Doesn’t need to have managed a large team‑leadership potential and resilience are key.
• M&S experience is not required; chilled experience is essential.
• Experience working with retailers such as Sainsbury's is beneficial.

Why Join?

• Be part of a growing site with a strong leadership team.
• Opportunity to shape the technical function and make a visible impact.
• Clear progression path for someone looking to move into senior technical leadership.
• Supportive environment with a focus on quality, safety, and continuous improvement.