Summary
Lead food safety, quality and customer confidence in a critical pork production operation.
The Role
As part of the reshaping of the Malton Technical function, we are looking for two Technical Managers – one for Primary Production and one for our Added Value operations. Our new Technical Manager will take full ownership of food safety, quality, legality and customer standards across the production area (Primary or Added Value) within Sofina Foods’ Malton site. Reporting into the Site Head of Technical, this role provides clear technical leadership to both their Technical team and the wider operational function.
This is a highly visible role with responsibility for GMP, HACCP, BRCGS, customer standards, export compliance and regulatory engagement. You will lead audits, drive continuous improvement, and act as the trusted technical authority on site, ensuring standards are not only met but strengthened.
This role is based in Malton, 5 days a week.
Your Key Responsibilities
* Owning food safety, quality, legality and GMP standards across the Primary or Added Value operations
* Leading and developing the Technical team, setting clear expectations and building capability
* Acting as the technical lead for customer‑facing activity, including specifications, audits and issue resolution
* Managing relationships with competent authorities including FSA, OV, DEFRA and MHS
* Leading export compliance requirements (including USDA, China, South Korea and Australia)
* Preparing for and leading internal and external audits, delivering robust corrective actions and sustained improvement
* Working closely with Operations, Supply Chain and Commercial teams to embed technical standards into daily decision‑making
* Driving continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen systems, reduce risk and improve site performance
The Ideal Candidate
* Strong experience in technical or quality leadership within food manufacturing (protein or meat advantageous)
* In‑depth knowledge of HACCP, BRCGS (v9), GMP and food safety management systems
* Proven experience leading customer, regulatory and certification audits
* A track record of developing teams and improving technical culture and compliance
* Confidence working cross‑functionally and influencing operational decision‑making
* A practical, solutions‑focused approach with high attention to detail
Qualifications
* Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Microbiology or a related discipline (preferred)
* Formal training in HACCP, food safety standards and internal auditing teams.
Why Sofina Foods?
This is a chance to step into a key leadership role during a period of positive change. As a leader in the Technical function at Malton, you’ll have the opportunity to influence standards, rebuild confidence, and leave a visible mark on how technical excellence is delivered on site.
You’ll work closely with an engaged site leadership team, lead a core technical function, and play a critical role in ensuring Malton is known for strong governance, consistency and customer trust; now and in the future.
Equal Opportunities
As an equal opportunities employer, Sofina Foods is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. Whilst we still have more work to do, we aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join our organisation.
Schedule
Monday to Friday, 8 Hour Shift
Location
Malton, North Yorkshire
Hours of Work
Full‑time
Company
Sofina Foods
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