Job Description
Assistant Technical Manager
Salary: c. £46,000 (DOE)
Location: Norfolk
Permanent Full-Time
We are working exclusively with a well-established and highly respected food manufacturing business, recognised as the UK's leading producer of free-range and organic chickens and turkeys. For over 30 years, the company has built a reputation for exceptional quality, high welfare standards, and sustainable farming. Supplying both top restaurants and major retailers, the business stays true to its roots raising and preparing every bird with care, respect, and dedication.
Passionate about what they do, the business offers a supportive, people-focused culture and is now looking for a like-minded Assistant Technical Manager to join their friendly, growing team in the heart of Norfolk. The site operates to BRCGS and Red Tractor standards within a high-care environment.
The Role
Reporting to the Technical Manager, you will play a key role in maintaining and developing robust food safety and quality systems, while acting as a visible and credible presence on the factory floor.
Key responsibilities include:
* Supporting site compliance with BRCGS, HACCP, GMP, Red Tractor and retailer standards
* Assisting with internal, customer and third-party audits, including corrective actions
* Maintaining technical systems, specifications and compliance documentation
* Supporting investigations, root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives
* Acting as a technical point of contact for customers and suppliers
* Working closely with Operations, Hygiene and HR to promote a strong food safety culture
About You
You will be a driven and detail-oriented technical professional with experience in food manufacturing and a genuine desire to progress your career.
You will bring:
* Experience in a food manufacturing Technical or QA role
* A sound understanding of HACCP, BRCGS, GMP and retailer standards
* Strong communication skills with the ability to engage confidently across departments
* High attention to detail and excellent organisational skills for managing audits and compliance
* Experience in a customer-facing role, including working with customers and suppliers
* Ideally a Food Science or related degree, though experience and mindset are equally valued
* Ambition to progress into more senior technical roles within a business that actively supports career development
What's on Offer
* Competitive salary up to £46,500, depending on experience
* Hybrid working arrangement
* Company pension scheme
* Additional annual leave
* Gym membership
* Employee benefits and discounts
* Free on-site parking
Apply in Confidence
Please send your CV in confidence to:
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