Job Title: Factory Technical Manager - Food
Salary: Competitive (DOE)
Location: Yorkshire // On-site
Type: Permanent // Full Time
Hours: Monday to Friday with occasional weekend cover
Applicants must have current eligibility to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available for this role.
Overview:
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Factory Technical Manager to join a well-established Food Processing business based in Yorkshire. This is a key leadership position responsible for ensuring product quality, food safety, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement across the site. Reporting to the Head of Technical, the role is ideal for a Food Industry Technical professional who thrives in a fast-paced production environment and has strong knowledge of meat processing operations and food safety systems.
Responsibilities for the Factory Technical Manager:
* Develop, implement, and maintain QA programmes ensuring products meet all quality, safety, and regulatory requirements.
* Ensure adherence to customer specifications and enforce food safety protocols to mitigate risks.
* Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on defect reduction, improved efficiency, and consistent product quality.
* Manage and support the QC team, driving a strong site-wide quality culture.
* Lead internal and external audits, including customer and third-party assessments.
* Maintain accurate quality records, including non-conformance reports, testing data, and corrective actions.
* Respond to quality issues or complaints promptly and professionally.
* Identify and address potential risks to product quality and food safety.
Essential Requirements for the Factory Technical Manager:
* Minimum 5 years’ experience in a Technical or QA Manager role within meat or food processing.
* Strong understanding of food processing, HACCP, GMP, and regulatory standards.
* Confident leader with strong communication and problem-solving skills.
* Excellent attention to detail with strong documentation and reporting skills.
* Ability to work in a temperature-controlled production environment when required.
* Proficiency with quality management systems and Microsoft Office.
* Master’s degree in a relevant discipline (Desirable)
* Experience with industry certification schemes e.g BRC (Desirable)
What’s on Offer for the Factory Technical Manager:
* Competitive salary package.
* Company pension scheme.
* Professional development and training opportunities.
* Opportunity to influence and shape quality standards within a respected food manufacturing operation.
* Supportive and collaborative workplace culture