At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead food safety and quality assurance, ensuring top-notch standards across the site.
- Company: Established food manufacturer with a strong reputation in the UK market.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, benefits package, and genuine career progression opportunities.
- Other info: Join a culture of continuous improvement and inclusivity.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on food safety and quality in a supportive leadership environment.
- Qualifications: Proven experience in FMCG manufacturing and strong leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 38250 - 46750 £ per year.
About the Business
This well-established food manufacturer with a long-standing presence in the UK market is looking for an experienced Technical Manager located in the South West. Operating multiple production sites nationally and employing a large workforce, the business produces a range of well-known food brands across the country. With a strong focus on quality, safety, and operational excellence, they have built a reputation for consistently delivering products that customers trust and enjoy. They are committed to building an inclusive workforce and promoting diversity, equity and inclusion, investing in the development of their people and fostering a culture of continuous improvement across all of their sites. As part of their ongoing growth, they are now looking to appoint an experienced Technical Manager for their facility.
The Role
Reporting to the Head of Quality, this role holds full accountability for food safety, hygiene, and quality assurance standards across the site, and is a core member of the site leadership team. You will act as the technical authority for the site, working closely with Operations, Engineering, and Supply Chain to ensure that every product leaving the facility meets the highest standards of safety, legality, and quality. This is a hands-on, highly visible role, requiring someone who can balance strategic oversight with day-to-day technical problem-solving on the factory floor. You will also play a key role in shaping the site's technical strategy, supporting new product introductions, and representing the business during customer and third-party audits.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the site Food Safety & Quality Management System
- Lead HACCP, GMP, sanitation, and pest control initiatives
- Oversee internal and external audits and inspections
- Drive corrective actions and continuous improvement
Hygiene & Quality Assurance
- Establish and maintain hygiene standards
- Ensure quality controls for raw materials and finished products
- Lead compliance initiatives for legal and customer requirements
Leadership
- Develop the Food Safety & Quality team and manage succession planning
- Champion a strong food safety culture across the site
What We're Looking For
We're looking for a technically strong, credible leader who can influence at all levels of the business. You'll ideally bring:
- Proven Technical Management experience in FMCG manufacturing
- Experience with major UK retailers' private label products
- Lead Auditor certification – FSSC 22000
- HACCP Level 4
- Food Safety Level 4
- Excellent communication and influencing skills, with the confidence to challenge and drive change
- A strong track record of coaching and developing technical teams
What's on Offer
In return, you'll be offered a competitive salary and benefits package, along with genuine opportunities for career progression within a well-established, growing organisation. You'll join a supportive leadership team and have real influence over the site's technical direction.
Technical Manager employer: Silven Recruitment Limited
Silven Recruitment Limited is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment in East Anglia that promotes hybrid working, allowing for a balanced professional and personal life. With a strong focus on employee growth, you will have the opportunity to lead impactful projects and collaborate with senior leaders, enhancing your skills while contributing to the company's expansion across the UK and Europe.
Contact Details:
Silven Recruitment Limited Recruitment Team
