Technical Manager
Wiltshire (Near Trowbridge)
Up to £60,000 DOE + Excellent Benefits
We are seeking an experienced Technical Manager to lead the technical and quality function at our Wiltshire site. Reporting to the Technical Director, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality standards, ensuring legal and customer compliance, and driving continuous improvement across the product lifecycle.
This is a hands-on leadership role within a food manufacturing environment, focused on managing audits, quality systems, and developing a high-performing technical team.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead, motivate, and develop the technical/QA team
Manage and maintain the Quality Management System (QMS)
Lead internal and external audits (including BRCGS)
Ensure compliance with HACCP, GMP, legal, and customer standards
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and efficiency
Collaborate cross-functionally with Production, Supply Chain, and Commercial teams
Manage technical budgets, resources, and project timelines
Act as the key technical contact for customers and external bodies
About You:
Proven Technical Manager (or senior technical) experience within food manufacturing
Strong knowledge of HACCP, GMP, BRCGS, auditing, and quality systems
Confident leading audits and managing compliance
Strong people leadership and team development skills
Detail-oriented with a proactive, continuous improvement mindset
Benefits:
27 days holiday + bank holidays
Pension: 4% employee / 8% employer contribution
BUPA Private Medical (post-probation)
Life Assurance (1x salary)
Company Sick Pay Scheme
Annual pay reviews
If you’re a driven technical leader looking to make an impact in a growing food manufacturing business, we’d love to hear from you