Alex ander Steele are working with a leading food manufacturer in Hertfordshire to appoint an Factory Technical Manager. This is a key, site-based leadership role with full responsibility for driving quality standards, compliance, and continuous improvement across a fast-paced food manufacturing operation.
On Offer
* Salary circa £55,000 + bonus
* 33 days holiday
* Company pension
* Healthcare options
* Exciting learning and career development opportunities
Key Accountabilities
* Management of the site QMA, ensuring it remains compliant with customer, legal, and industry requirements
* Plan, manage, and host internal and external audits, ensuring actions are completed effectively and on time
* Maintain robust standards in line with GMP, BRC, and relevant food safety frameworks
* Work cross functionally across the site to embed quality and food safety principles throughout manufacturing activities
* Manage customer complaint investigations, delivering thorough root cause analysis and corrective actions
* Ensure technical records, procedures, and performance data are accurate, current, and effectively used
* Champion continuous improvement initiatives that enhance quality, food safety, and compliance culture across the site
Candidate Requirements
* A minimum of 3 years’ experience in a Quality or Technical Management position within a food manufacturing environment
* A Food Science degree or equivalent qualification is highly desirable
* HACCP Level 3 and Food Safety Level 3 certification (or higher)
* Strong, hands on knowledge of BRC standards with proven experience working to UK retailer requirements
* Confident in applying technical standards in a fast-paced, site-based manufacturing setting