Alexander Steele Recruitment has partnered with a leading food manufacturing group supplying a wide range of delicious products to retailers and foodservice outlets across the UK. We are supporting them in appointing a Technical Manager at their site in South Wales.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Quality Manager who’s ready to step up into a more senior role.
On offer:
* Salary circa £50,000
* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
* Enhanced company pension
The role:
* Develop, implement, and maintain technical and quality strategies aligned with company objectives.
* Ensure compliance with all relevant food safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
* Lead and manage the technical function, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and quality excellence.
* Oversee product quality assurance and control processes to guarantee consistent product standards.
* Manage and coordinate internal and external audits, including customer and third-party inspections.
* Act as the primary technical contact for key customers and stakeholders, maintaining strong relationships.
* Drive root cause analysis and corrective actions for product quality or safety issues.
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams—including production, NPD, hygiene, and supply chain—to support new product development and process improvements.
* Ensure effective documentation and control of technical specifications, procedures, and quality records.
* Monitor and report on KPIs, implementing improvements where necessary.
* Lead training and development initiatives to enhance technical knowledge and compliance across the site.
* Stay up to date with industry trends, legislative changes, and best practices to advise the business accordingly.
* Support the company’s health and safety policies, ensuring a safe working environment.
Candidate requirements:
* Degree in Food Science or equivalent experience
* Level 3 Food Safety & Level 3 HACCP certifications
* Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey clear strategies to stakeholders at all levels
* Highly organised and detail-oriented
* Computer literate, with strong skills in Excel and spreadsheets
* Energetic, optimistic, and proactive mindset