The Job Role Details:
As Technical Manager, you will lead all technical and quality assurance functions across the growing and packing operations. You will ensure compliance with supermarket standards, industry certifications, and food safety legislation, while managing audits, technical documentation, and HACCP systems. Acting as the main technical contact for retailers, auditors, and suppliers, you will oversee the QC team, support sustainability initiatives, and drive continuous improvement projects.
Soft Fruit Technical Manager - Key Responsibilities:
1. Lead all technical and quality systems across the packhouse and farm operations
2. Ensure compliance with BRCGS, GlobalG.A.P., Red Tractor, HACCP, and supermarket standards
3. Manage third-party audits, internal audits, and technical documentation
4. Act as the primary technical contact for retailers, auditors, and suppliers
5. Oversee QC teams, product testing, and crop compliance (including pesticide residues)
6. Support sustainability initiatives and continuous improvement projects
7. Maintain strong relationships with customers, ensuring technical queries are resolved efficiently
Soft Fruit Technical Manager - Ideal Person Skills & Qualifications:
You will have/be:
8. Proven technical/quality management experience within the soft fruit or fresh produce industry (essential)
9. Strong knowledge of food safety, HACCP systems, audits, and supermarket protocols
10. Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
11. Degree in Food Science, Agriculture, or Horticulture (desirable)
12. BASIS / FACTS qualification (advantage)
13. Ability to work under pressure in a dynamic, seasonal environment
How to Apply:
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The Industry (Key Words):
Technical Manager, Soft Fruit, Packhouse, Fresh Produce, Food Safety, HACCP, BRCGS, GlobalG.A.P., Red Tractor, Supermarket Standards, Quality Assurance, Agriculture, Sustainability.
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