Technical Services Manager

Alaska Black; Leeds; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established food manufacturing company in West Yorkshire is looking for a Technical Services Manager to oversee food quality and compliance standards. The successful candidate will have strong HACCP knowledge, expertise in technical documentation, and a proven track record in FMCG food manufacturing. Responsibilities include developing audit programmes and ensuring compliance with BRC standards. This role is ideal for a hands-on professional with attention to detail and strong engagement skills.

Qualifications

• Strong HACCP knowledge is essential.
• Experience in FMCG food manufacturing is required.
• Ability to engage effectively with customers and auditors.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain audit programmes for compliance.
• Lead and ensure compliance activities at the site.
• Drive continuous improvement and right-first-time performance.

Skills

HACCP knowledge

Technical documentation understanding

Process flow knowledge

Compliance systems management

Attention to detail

Job description

Job Title: Technical Services Manager
Location: West Yorkshire
Salary: Up to £45,000

Overview

A well-established food manufacturing business based in West Yorkshire is seeking an experienced Technical Services Manager to join its site leadership team.

Responsibilities

This role is heavily focused on food quality, customer satisfaction, and technical compliance, with strong ownership of customer standards and technical strategy across the site.

You will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining a robust internal and external audit programme, ensuring ongoing compliance with BRC standards and major retailer requirements. The role will also lead Technical Services, compliance activities, and root cause (RC) investigations, driving continuous improvement and right-first-time performance.

Qualifications

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong HACCP knowledge, with a clear understanding of technical documentation, process flow, and compliance systems. You will ensure technical systems are visible, structured, and manageable, providing clarity and confidence across all operational teams.

Opportunity

This opportunity would suit a hands‑on technical professional with solid FMCG food manufacturing experience, strong attention to detail, and the confidence to engage effectively with customers, auditors, and internal stakeholders