Technical Manager: Food Safety & Quality Excellence

D R Newitt & Associates; East Grinstead; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

D R Newitt & Associates in East Grinstead is recruiting a confident Technical Manager to drive technical and quality standards across a growing food manufacturing operation.

You will lead HACCP development and food safety procedures, contribute to BRCGS audits, and ensure compliance with relevant legislation while partnering with production to foster a strong safety culture. The role reports to the Head of Technical and requires strong leadership and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Experience in Technical, Quality or Food Safety in food manufacturing.
• HACCP Level 3 or above.
• Food Safety Level 3 or above.
• Good understanding of BRCGS standards and audit requirements.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to influence and drive standards across the operation.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and implementation of technical, quality and food safety standards.
• Maintain and continuously improve HACCP systems and food safety procedures.
• Play a key role in preparing for and contributing to BRCGS audits.
• Ensure compliance with food safety legislation and relevant industry standards.
• Coordinate internal audits, customer audits and third-party inspections.
• Investigate customer complaints and quality issues with effective corrective actions.
• Collaborate with production to promote a strong food safety culture.
• Provide technical guidance and coaching to colleagues across the business.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across technical processes and procedures.
• Maintain accurate technical documentation, specifications and quality records.

Skills

HACCP Level 3

Food Safety Level 3

Communication skills

Influencing others

Team leadership

Job description

D R Newitt & Associates in East Grinstead is recruiting a confident Technical Manager to drive technical and quality standards across a growing food manufacturing operation.

You will lead HACCP development and food safety procedures, contribute to BRCGS audits, and ensure compliance with relevant legislation while partnering with production to foster a strong safety culture. The role reports to the Head of Technical and requires strong leadership and collaboration.