Are you ready to lead a technical function and shape the future quality standards of a growing business?
We’re hiring a Quality Technical Manager to take ownership of the technical agenda, lead a small but capable team, and drive the company’s strategic progression towards BRC accreditation.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a collaborative environment where you’ll work closely with senior leadership and colleagues across all departments. You’ll enjoy a Monday to Friday, 4.5-day working week and the chance to make a real impact on quality systems, compliance, and product integrity.

You will be responsible for, but not limited to:

• Leading the Quality Assurance function, ensuring company QA measures are communicated, implemented, and enforced constructively
• Preparing, maintaining, and developing the company Quality Management System to ensure compliance with SALSA standards and progression towards BRC accreditation
• Managing the HACCP system and allergen risk assessments
• Overseeing and updating the product specification library and ingredient labelling protocols
• Supporting the NPD team by providing technical input for new product launches, including shelf-life advice and specification requirements
• Coordinating with suppliers’ technical departments to ensure alignment with company expectations
• Investigating quality issues with raw materials, packaging, or bulk stock, and implementing pragmatic solutions in line with operational requirements
• Managing the specification change procedure and labelling system, ensuring accuracy and compliance
• Developing and overseeing a customer complaints procedure, investigating issues promptly, involving suppliers as needed, and identifying trends
• Ensuring all traceability protocols are maintained to meet regulatory and customer requirements

What’s required?

• Degree in Food Science or related discipline, or equivalent experience
• Relevant food manufacturing experience with prior experience as a Technical Manager
• Strong knowledge of food labelling regulations and best practice
• Level 3–4 HACCP qualification
• Level 4 Food Hygiene qualification
• Lead Auditor qualification
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across all levels of the business
• Strong problem-solving skills with a pragmatic, solutions-focused approach

Personal profile:

• Detail-oriented with high standards for quality and compliance
• Proactive leader with the ability to influence and engage teams constructively
• Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
• Comfortable working closely with suppliers, customers, and internal teams

What’s in it for you?

• Monday to Friday, 4.5-day working week
• Opportunity to lead the technical function and guide the business towards BRC accreditation
• A collaborative working environment with direct access to senior leadership
• The chance to make a measurable impact on quality, compliance, and operational efficiency

Do you think you fit the criteria?
Want to find out more about the role?
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