Alexander Steele continues to partner with one of the fastest growing and most innovative food businesses in the UK. Due to rapid growth the business has a very rare and exciting opportunity for a Technical Manager to join their site in Middlesex. This is a fantastic opportunity for a talented Quality Manager to step up in to a Technical Management role!
The role:
As Technical Manager you will be responsible for implementing the technical and operational goals and strategy ensuring that the business meets customers expectations when it comes to delivery of product quality, food safety and legality. This will be achieved through ensuring that high performing partnerships are formed with both customers and internal stakeholders.
• Management of the Technical team including holding regular meetings, performance reviews, identifying training needs and setting objectives for individuals
• Ensure up to date policies and procedures are communicated to and fully understood by the operational teams
• Build excellent relationships with customers and suppliers and ensure that complaints, queries and communications are responded to in a timely manner
• Ensure that all hygiene and H&S requirements are adhered too by following company policies and procedures
• Maintain excellent knowledge of company procedures and control standards
• Monitor and manage all technical processes, product standards and quality control programmes
• Ensure that the technical function is cost effective and running with the required resources
• Work with the senior management team to implement company policies and business objectives
The candidate:
My client is looking for an individual who has management experience within the food manufacturing industry. You must be able to lead, motivate and drive continuous improvements whilst upholding the businesses beliefs and guiding principles.
• A minimum of 2 years in a Technical or Quality Management position with customer and supplier facing experience
• A Food Science degree is desirable.
• HACCP Level 3
• Lead Auditor or equivalent experience
• Good Knowledge of BRC
If you are an experienced Technical Manager or a talented Quality Manager looking for a step up and want to work in a growing, fast paced environment please apply with an up to date CV.