Job Opportunity
A leading food manufacturing business near Pontypool is seeking an experienced Technical Manager to join their team. The company is part of a larger group manufacturing business with BIG plans for the future.
This is a great opportunity for a Technical Manager looking to take their career to the next level. As Technical Manager, you'll be responsible for ensuring the technical integrity of the business and providing governance and leadership to ensure technical standards are met.
Your estimated salary will be around £55,000 - £65,000 per year, depending on qualifications and experience. You'll have a small QA team under your leadership and will be accountable for food safety legality and quality.
Your key responsibilities will include:
* Managing customer and third-party audits to achieve and maintain accreditation standards, BRC A* grade
* Acting as key contact with customers and potential customers in all technical issues
* Leading by example in encouraging appropriate behavioural standards
* Coaching employees in the implementation and training of technical standards, systems, and procedures
* Utilising best practice from around the business and outside bodies to influence and implement within the site
Ideal candidates will be educated to Degree or HND level in food science or science/technology related discipline or have relevant leadership experience. Building relationships with key retailers such as M&S, Tesco, Waitrose & Sainsbury's is essential.