Technical Manager

Job Title: Technical Manager Location: Hull (On-Site) Salary: £55,000 – £67,000 Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Some flexibility available) Role Overview We are seeking a highly driven Technical Manager to join a growing SME food manufacturing business in Hull. This is a hands-on role with the opportunity to implement change, lead key projects, and shape the technical function as the company scales from £15 million to over £20 million turnover in the next year. You will lead a small but expanding team, overseeing two QA professionals, a QA Manager, and a Specification Technologist. Working closely with the NPD Manager, you will help bridge the gap between quality, production, and new product development, ensuring compliance and technical excellence in a fast-paced environment. This is a big role with a lot of responsibility, offering an exciting challenge for someone who wants to make a real impact, drive improvements, and develop the function to their vision. Key Responsibilities * Lead and develop the technical team, ensuring strong quality and food safety culture across the site. * Work closely with QA, NPD, and production teams to ensure smooth product launches and compliance with food safety standards. * Maintain and improve BRCGS accreditation and retailer standards, ensuring best practices across the site. * Investigate customer complaints, non-conformances, and quality issues, driving continuous improvement initiatives. * Oversee HACCP, TACCP, and VACCP processes, ensuring they are effectively managed and up to date. * Develop and deliver training programs to upskill the technical and production teams. * Collaborate with suppliers and customers to ensure high standards in raw materials, finished products, and processes. * Identify opportunities for efficiency, cost savings, and process improvements while maintaining quality and compliance. * Play a key role in site expansion projects, ensuring technical and quality requirements align with business growth. What We’re Looking For * Proven experience in a Technical Manager role (or similar) within food manufacturing. * Strong knowledge of BRCGS, retailer standards, HACCP, and food safety legislation. * Experience leading a technical/QA team in an SME or fast-paced manufacturing environment. * Ability to drive change, implement new processes, and work collaboratively across departments. * Confident communicator with the ability to engage teams and influence senior stakeholders. * A proactive, problem-solving mindset with a passion for food safety and quality. * Degree or equivalent qualification in Food Science, Food Technology, or a related field (preferred but not essential). Why Join? * Opportunity to shape the technical function and make a significant impact. * Work in a growing SME with investment and ambitious expansion plans. * A chance to lead on exciting new projects and NPD launches. * Competitive salary with flexibility on hours for the right candidate. If you’re looking for a challenging but rewarding role where you can truly make a difference, we’d love to hear from you