Job Description
Technical Manager Raw Meat
Location: Greater Manchester
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Negotiable - DOE
Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00am 4:00pm (flexible within business operating hours of 5:00am 6:00pm)
Reports to: Director
ABRC Approved and AA* standard, fast-growing food manufacturing and meat wholesaling business seeking a dynamic and experienced Technical Manager to lead our technical function. This pivotal role ensures the highest standards of food safety, quality, and integrity across our high-risk and low-risk production areas, serving both own-brand and third-party customers.
Your Mission
Develop and execute the sites technical strategy, aligning with commercial and operational goals. Lead Technical, QA, QC, and Hygiene teams to deliver vertically integrated products across produce and meat categories. Champion quality culture and drive continuous improvement across the site. Oversee and enhance quality assurance and quality control systems to ensure consistent compliance with food safety, legality, and customer specifications. Implement robust QA/QC procedures to monitor product integrity, traceability, and performance. Ensure full compliance with UK/EU food legislation, industry standards, and customer codes of practice.Lead internal and external audit processes, including BRCGS, customer audits, and regulatory inspections. Apply l...