Assistant Technical Manager
Location: Near Snetterton
Salary: Up to £46,000
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
I'm currently recruiting for an Assistant Technical Manager to join a well-established food manufacturing business operating within an FMCG environment. This is a key supporting role within the Technical team, offering exposure to audits, customer interaction, and food safety systems, with the opportunity to develop into a more senior technical position.
The Role
Reporting into the Technical Manager, you'll support the day-to-day management of food safety, quality, legality, and compliance across the site. You'll also deputise in the Technical Manager's absence, helping to maintain and continuously improve technical standards and systems.
Key Responsibilities
Deputise for the Technical Manager when required
Support the maintenance and continuous improvement of Technical Department systems
Ensure HACCP-based standards are communicated, understood, and applied across operations
Support the management and development of technical KPIs
Assist with specification compliance and use of retail customer specification portals
Support the management of contracted services, including hygiene and pest control
Complete general technical administration, data reporting, and customer complaint trending
Support and, where appropriate, lead customer visits and audits (internal and external)
Assist with safety and legality requirements across the site
Liaise with the FSA during site visits and inspections
Support corrective and preventive action (CAPA) processes
What We're Looking For
Previous experience in a Technical or Assistant Technical role within an FMCG or food manufacturing environment
Working knowledge of HACCP and BRCGS Food Safety Standard
Experience working to retailer codes of practice
Confident IT skills, including Microsoft Office packages
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
High attention to detail with excellent organisational ability
Able to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities
Full UK driving licence and access to transport required due to site location
Want to know more about the role? Apply today or reach out to Chris at TEC Partners