Product Development jobs in United Kingdom

• Annual Salary: Circa £50,000
• Location: Fife
• Job Type: Full-time

Join our team as a Technical Manager and lead continuous improvement initiatives across a dynamic food manufacturing site. This role is essential for upholding the highest standards of food safety, quality, and compliance with retailer standards, directly reporting to the Managing Director.

• Leadership & Team Management:
  • Lead and develop a technical team including Quality Managers, Quality Leads, Quality Technicians, a Technical Assistant, and a Technical Compliance Manager.
  • Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Compliance & Standards:
  • Ensure compliance with all food safety, quality, and legal requirements.
  • Maintain and improve site standards to meet BRCGS and major retailer codes of practice.
  • Oversee audits (internal, external, and customer) and drive corrective actions.
• Retailer Engagement:
  • Act as the primary technical contact for retailer customers.
  • Manage specifications, complaints, and technical queries promptly and professionally.
• Continuous Improvement:
  • Identify and implement improvements in processes, systems, and standards.
  • Drive initiatives to reduce waste, improve efficiency, and enhance product quality.
• Collaboration:
  • Work closely with production, engineering, and supply chain teams to ensure technical standards are embedded in daily operations.
  • Support NPD and product launches from a technical perspective.
• General Duties:
  • Ensure all legislative requirements are adhered to and that company procedures and standards are maintained.
  • Complete other duties as deemed necessary by the employer.

• Proven experience in a technical leadership role within food manufacturing.
• Level 2 HACCP, Level 2 Food Hygiene.
• Internal auditor experience.
• Good working knowledge of BRC and food safety.
• Strong knowledge of retailer requirements and codes of practice.
• Hands‑on approach with the ability to work on the factory floor.
• Strong communication and influencing skills across all levels.
• Experience managing audits and driving compliance improvements.
• Excellent understanding of food safety.
• Problem‑solving ability and root cause analysis/investigation skills.

• Competitive salary.
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and innovative environment.
• Chance to be part of a team that values creativity and initiative.

To apply for this Technical Manager position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position.