Technical Manager

KAG Recruitment Consultancy; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food brand in Scotland is seeking a Technical Manager to oversee customer specifications and ensure compliance with packaging requirements. The ideal candidate will have a relevant qualification and experience in food manufacturing. This full-time, on-site role offers a competitive salary of up to £60k, 29 days holiday, and a supportive team environment in beautiful Perthshire.

Benefits

Competitive salary

29 days holiday

Auto-enrolment pension

Free on-site parking

Support for professional growth

Qualifications

• Experience in a technical or specification-based role within food manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of packaging and labeling requirements.
• Experience with large retailers would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Manage internal and external customer own-brand specifications.
• Produce back-of-pack content.
• Review and sign off artwork with teams.
• Maintain product data across systems and platforms.
• Support allergen management and validations.
• Prepare for and manage audits.
• Participate as an active member of the HACCP team.
• Deputise for the Technical Director when required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Proactive mindset

IT skills (Microsoft Office)

Strong communication

Education

Relevant qualification in Food Science or related subject

Job description

K.A.G. Recruitment is proud to support a multi-award-winning Scottish food business with a reputation for quality and reliability in its search for a Technical Manager. The business continues to invest and adapt to the ever-changing commercial landscape and is now proud to be the third-biggest food and drink brand in Scotland.

Job Title: Technical Manager

Salary : Upto 60k (depending on experience)

Location : Perth

We are looking for a Technical Manager who will work closely with the Technical Director. The Technical Manager will manage internal and external specification requirements, review packaging copy, and ensure accuracy across product information, a role where attention to detail and proactive thinking are essential.

What you ll be doing:

• Managing all internal and external customer own-brand specifications
• Producing back-of-pack content
• Reviewing and signing off artwork with the Technical and Brand teams
• Maintaining product data across systems and platforms
• Supporting allergen management and validations
• Prepare for and manage audits and internal reviews
• Participate as an active member of the HACCP team
• Deputise for the Technical Director when required

What you ll bring:

• A relevant qualification in Food Science or a related subject
• Experience in a technical or specification-based role within food manufacturing
• Strong understanding of packaging and labeling requirements
• Confidence working with internal teams and external partners
• Excellent attention to detail and a proactive mindset
• Good IT skills across Microsoft Office
• Experience working with large retailers would be an advantage

What s in it for you:

• A competitive salary upto 60k (depending on experience)
• 29 days holiday
• Auto-enrolment pension
• Free on-site parking
• Beautiful working environment in rural Perthshire
• A close-knit team where you ll be supported and encouraged to grow
• A full-time, on-site role (not suited to hybrid or remote working)

This is a great opportunity for someone who s ready to take the next step into a key role and be part of a team that s building something strong. If you re looking for a job where you can grow a career in a business that sees your potential, we d love to hear from you.