At a Glance
- Tasks: Ensure top-notch food safety and quality in a fast-paced environment.
- Company: Join Sofina Foods, a leader in the FMCG industry with a commitment to quality.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, inclusive workplace, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse team that values every individual's contribution.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on food quality and safety while collaborating with diverse teams.
- Qualifications: Experience in technical services or quality roles within FMCG manufacturing.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Keep Quality at the Heart of Food Production. Our new Technical Services Manager will play a pivotal role in maintaining the highest standards of food safety, quality, and compliance within a fast-paced FMCG pork processing environment. Working closely with operational, technical, and product development teams, you will ensure site systems remain robust, compliant, and focused on continuous improvement. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced technical professional to influence quality performance, support customer requirements, and drive best practice across a highly regulated food manufacturing operation.
Your Key Responsibilities
- Managing the Technical Administration function, ensuring procedures and policies remain aligned with company, customer, and accreditation requirements.
- Promoting transparent, values-led, and professional management practices across the department.
- Overseeing site quality systems alongside the Technical Team to maintain compliance with internal standards, customer expectations, and external accreditations.
- Working closely with the NPD team to ensure product and specification information is accurate and up to date within site databases.
- Managing technical KPI reporting processes and identifying trends to drive performance improvements.
- Supporting HACCP, VACCP, and TACCP programmes, ensuring documentation remains current and effective.
- Driving effective root cause analysis and preventative actions following non-conformances.
- Coordinating microbiological, chemical, and nutritional testing programmes, analysing results and identifying opportunities for improvement.
- Managing customer complaint processes in partnership with Technical Administrators and operational teams to ensure timely resolution and continuous learning.
The Ideal Candidate
You will be an experienced technical professional who thrives in a quality-focused food manufacturing environment and enjoys working collaboratively to achieve high standards.
You Will Be
- Experienced in a similar Technical Services, Technical Manager, or Quality role within FMCG manufacturing.
- Knowledgeable in food safety, quality management systems, and regulatory compliance requirements.
- A confident communicator with strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Organised and detail-focused, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
- Proactive in identifying issues and implementing practical solutions.
- Skilled at analysing data, identifying trends, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
- Able to build positive working relationships across technical, operational, and commercial teams.
- Committed to maintaining high standards of product quality, safety, and customer satisfaction.
Sofina Foods is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences – regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.
Technical Services Manager employer: Sofina Foods Europe
Sofina Foods is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic and inclusive work environment where quality and safety are paramount in food production. As a Technical Services Manager, you will benefit from a culture that prioritises continuous improvement and professional development, alongside competitive remuneration and comprehensive support for your career growth. Located in a fast-paced FMCG setting, you'll have the opportunity to make a significant impact on product quality and customer satisfaction while collaborating with diverse teams dedicated to excellence.
