Technical Manager

Location: Brentwood

Overview

A dynamic and growing food manufacturer is looking for a skilled Technical Manager to lead and develop their technical department. As the business enters an exciting phase of growth, this role will be key in supporting the company's journey toward achieving BRC accreditation.

This is an ideal opportunity for a seasoned Technical Manager who thrives in a hands on role, ensuring the highest standards are maintained across the site.

What You'll Be Doing

• As the Technical Manager you will report to the Head of Technical, providing updates on site performance, risks, and improvements.
• Managing, mentoring, and developing the QA team, building a strong food safety and quality culture.
• Driving compliance with UK food safety legislation and playing a key role in the implementation and maintenance of BRCGS standards.
• The Technical Manager will be leading customer complaint investigations and implementing effective corrective and preventive actions.
• Acting as the technical lead during audits, inspections, and regulatory visits.

What We're Looking For

• Strong working knowledge of BRCGS Food Safety standards, HACCP, and UK food legislation.
• A practical, site based leader who can balance detail with pace in a fast growing business.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to work cross functionally across Operations, NPD, and Commercial teams.
• As the Technical Manager, you will need to be a proactive problem solver who thrives in a dynamic, scaling environment.

Why Join

• Up to 10% bonus.
• Private medical insurance.
• 25 days holidays + plus bank holidays.
• Quarterly socials.
• Bi annual company socials.
• Plus other company benefits.

We are seeking applications from talented Technical Managers, Quality & Technical Managers, Assistant Technical Managers, Technical Supervisors, Technical Team Leaders who live within the surrounding areas of Brentwood, Essex, Romford or London.

If you're interested in this opportunity, please submit your CV via the link provided quoting reference IC/TNT/2193.

We are only able to consider candidates who have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications we receive, we can only contact successful applicants.