Technical Manager

b3 jobs; Stockport; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturer seeks a Technical Manager to oversee quality and compliance, ensuring BRC AA* accreditation and exceptional food safety standards. You will lead a team, collaborate cross-functionally, and manage resources to drive continuous improvement in product quality. This role offers a competitive salary and an attractive benefits package, including a discretionary bonus and generous leave.

Benefits

10% discretionary bonus

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and birthday

5% company pension

4x salary life insurance

Qualifications

• At least 2 years’ experience managing a Technical function.
• Proficient in HACCP and BRC standards.
• Lead assessor qualified.

Responsibilities

• Lead all Technical functions including food safety and quality assurance.
• Manage departmental resources, training, and budget.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and customer codes.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Food Safety

Compliance

New Product Development

Education

Degree in Food Science or related field

HND/HNC

Advanced Food Safety and Food Hygiene Qualifications

Job description

This food manufacturer specialises in frozen world cuisine, combining a practical approach to product development with authentic recipes from around the world. Their chefs draw on real culinary traditions to create meals that are full of flavour and made to consistent, high-quality standards.

About the Technical Manager job

The purpose of your role will be to oversee all aspects of Quality, Compliance, Specifications, and New Product Development. Your leadership will be instrumental in maintaining our BRC AA* accreditation and upholding exceptional standards in food safety, legality, hygiene, and TACCP. You’ll ensure not just compliance, but continual improvement—exceeding customer expectations and regulatory requirements wherever possible.

Key tasks

• Lead and manage all Technical functions including food safety, quality assurance etc, to support business objectives and maintain third-party accreditations.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration with other teams whilst maintaining strong relationships with customers, suppliers, auditors, and regulatory authorities.
• Oversee all technical systems and standards, including HACCP, BRC, customer codes of practice etc.
• Conduct complaint analysis, and supplier due diligence, ensuring continuous improvement.
• Manage departmental operations and resources, including training, budgets and external contracts while promoting a culture of safety and compliance.

About You

• The successful candidate shall have at least 2 years’ experience of managing a Technical function including Quality, Specifications and NPD.
• A food science or related degree, or as an alternative HND/HNC.
• Advanced Food Safety and Food Hygiene Qualifications and lead assessor qualified.

More details

The Technical Managerjob (ref:8894) is paying£55,000 - £60,000according to your experience.

The site is based in Manchester and is commutable from Stockport, Manchester, Macclesfield, Warrington, Eccles and surrounding towns

The package includes 10% bonus (discretionary), 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and birthday, 5% company pension and 4x salary life insurance.

The working hours are Monday to Friday, 7:00am – 4:00pm with some flexibility.

Alternate job titles

Head of Technical | QA Manager | Quality Assurance Manager | Senior Quality Manager | Food Manufacturing Technical Management Jobs | Food Safety Jobs