Technical Manager (Part-Time FTC)
Location: East of Edinburgh
Salary: Up to £40k (Pro Rata)
Shift: Flexible to your needs (circa 25hrs)
We are seeking a Technical Manager for a 1 year Fixed Term Contract to drive food safety, quality, and compliance within our family run, ambitious food business.
This is an opportunity to shape processes, lead quality initiatives, and play a key role in achieving BRC certification while fostering a strong food safety culture across the team.
The Role
This is a hands-on role where your expertise will truly make a difference. You will be responsible for maintaining and improving our Food Safety and Quality Management System, leading towards achieving and maintaining BRC certification.
* Maintain and improve our Food Safety and Quality Management System to meet legal, customer, and industry standards.
* Lead the charge towards achieving and maintaining BRC certification.
* Oversee testing schedules, analyse results, and ensure timely corrective actions to keep standards high.
* Handle customer complaints and non-conformances, implementing effective solutions with root cause analysis.
* Train production teams, fostering a strong food safety culture and driving continuous improvement.
* Act as a key point of contact for customers, auditors, and regulatory bodies during visits and reviews.
Requirements
We are looking for someone with a strong food safety background, attention to detail, and a passion for quality.
* Practical experience with BRC certification, HACCP, and advanced food hygiene.
* A degree in Food Science, Food Technology, or equivalent experience in the food manufacturing industry.
* Knowledge of allergen management and a track record of maintaining Quality Management Systems.
* Strong problem-solving skills with experience using root cause analysis techniques.
* A collaborative approach with a knack for training and inspiring teams to excel.