Technical Manager: Food Safety & Quality Leader

Silven Recruitment; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 61,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Technical Manager for a food manufacturing site in Peterborough. The successful candidate will lead the technical team, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Candidates should have a degree in Food Science, extensive knowledge of HACCP, and a background in food manufacturing, particularly in dairy or liquid processing. Strong leadership and analytical skills are essential.

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of HACCP, food safety regulations, and quality management systems.
• Proven experience in food manufacturing, ideally dairy or liquid processing.
• Excellent leadership and influencing skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Technical team to deliver best-in-class Food Safety and Quality performance.
• Ensure compliance with customer standards, BRCGS, and legal requirements.
• Drive a proactive Food Safety and Quality Culture across the site.

Skills

Food Safety

Quality Management

Leadership

Analytical Skills

Education

Degree in Food Science or related discipline

Job description

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Technical Manager for a food manufacturing site in Peterborough. The successful candidate will lead the technical team, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Candidates should have a degree in Food Science, extensive knowledge of HACCP, and a background in food manufacturing, particularly in dairy or liquid processing. Strong leadership and analytical skills are essential.