Job Title: Technical Manager Location: Dungannon Role Purpose: Lead food safety, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance on-site, ensuring products meet high standards while driving continuous improvement. Serve as the key technical contact for audits, compliance, and customer support. Key Responsibilities: * Lead and develop the technical team, fostering a strong food safety culture. * Ensure compliance with BRCGS, HACCP, and customer requirements. * Maintain and enhance the Quality Management System (QMS). * Oversee audits, ensuring site readiness and regulatory compliance. * Manage customer queries, complaints, and corrective actions. * Implement product testing and supplier approval processes. * Collaborate with Hygiene, Production, and NPD teams. * Lead HACCP, TACCP, and VACCP risk assessments. * Drive continuous improvement initiatives and cost-saving measures. * Monitor KPIs and report to senior management. * Support sustainability, allergen control, and waste reduction programmes. * Develop training programmes for food safety and quality. Candidate Requirements: * Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, or a related discipline. * Minimum 3 years of experience in a technical or quality management role within food manufacturing. * Strong knowledge of BRCGS, HACCP, and retailer standards. * Proven leadership and people management experience. * Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. * Strong problem-solving ability with experience in root cause analysis and corrective actions. * Understanding of allergen management, food safety, and microbiological controls. * Experience with third-party audits and customer technical interactions. * Ability to drive continuous improvement and change management. * High attention to detail and strong organisational skills