Job Description

Purpose of the Role:

The Technical Manager / QA Manager is responsible for ensuring all products are manufactured to the highest quality and safety standards, in line with legal, customer, and company requirements. This role oversees the Quality Assurance/Control and Technical functions, manages audits, maintains certifications, and supports continuous improvement across production.

Basic

Key Responsibilities:

Quality & Food Safety

Ensure all products meet food safety, quality, and legal standards. Maintain and continuously improve the company's Food Safety Management System (HACCP, SALSA.). Lead internal and external audits, including SALSA, customer, and EHO inspections. Manage non-conformance investigations and ensure effective corrective actions. Conduct regular factory hygiene, GMP, and internal audits. Oversee allergen management, traceability, recall and product specifications. Manage supplier approval and raw material verification processes. Manage and advise the Labelling/Stock department.

Technical & Documentation

Maintain up-to-date product specifications, labelling, and nutritional information. Ensure compliance with UK and EU food legislation. Lead on technical documentation for new product launches (NPD). Liaise with customers and external laboratories on quality and safety matters. Prepare and submit technical documentation for customer audits and tenders.

Team Management & Training

Lead, train, and develop the QC team. Provide technical support and training to production and warehouse staff. Promote a culture of continuous improvement, food safety, and accountability.

Continuous Improvement

Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and product quality. Collaborate with Operations and Production teams to reduce waste, improve yields, and maintain product consistency.

Skills & Competencies:

Strong knowledge of

food safety management systems

,

SALSA

, and

BRCGS (preferred)

standards. Excellent understanding of

UK food legislation

and retailer codes of practice. Analytical and problem-solving mindset. High attention to detail and accuracy in documentation. Confident communicator with the ability to engage with all departments and external stakeholders. Strong leadership and organisational skills. Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities. People Management. Cross-functional team work.

Experience & Qualifications:

Degree or equivalent in

Food Science

,

Microbiology

, or related discipline (preferred). Minimum

5 years' + experience

in a Technical or QA Management role within food manufacturing. Experience working with

ready-to-eat

or

high-care

foods is highly desirable. Proven success in managing

BRCGS/SALSA audits

and customer visits. HACCP Level 3 (minimum) -- Level 4 preferred. Food Safety and Hygiene qualification (Level 3 or above).
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 40,000.00-50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Canteen Casual dress Company pension Employee discount Free parking On-site parking Sick pay Transport links
Work Location: In person