Job Title - Head of Technical Location - Northampton (NN3) Package - £75,000 - £85,000 (DOE) Hours - Monday to Friday 7 00am to 5 00pm (flexibility required due to business needs) Key Responsibilities Manage and maintain HACCP, food safety and quality systems. Ensure compliance with UK food legislation and customer requirements. Manage audits, inspections, complaints, incidents and corrective actions. Oversee microbiological testing, trending and food safety investigations. Manage supplier approval, specifications, traceability and shelf-life validation. Support and develop a strong food safety and quality culture across the business. Work closely with production to ensure technical standards are practical and effective. Skills and Experience You will have strong food industry technical experience with a practical, hands-on approach. Strong HACCP and food safety knowledge. Good understanding of food microbiology and food safety hazards. Knowledge of UK food legislation and audits. Experience of managing technical systems within a food manufacturing environment. Ideally you will have knowledge of BRCGS standards, UK retailer requirements, alongside excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Strong organisational, analytical and problem-solving abilities are essential, together with a proactive leadership approach and excellent attention to detail. Join a growing family business where you'll have real ownership, get hands-on and play a key role in shaping the future, in an environment where trust, quality and people genuinely matter #J-18808-Ljbffr
Head Of Technical in Norfolk employer: KAG Recruitment Consultancy
Join a dynamic team at one of Europe's leading privately-owned food processors in Burradon, where your role as an Accounts Assistant will be pivotal to our success. We offer a supportive work culture that values employee growth, with study support available to help you advance your career. Enjoy a competitive salary and the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment that prioritises strong relationships with both suppliers and customers.
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