Technical Support Manager – Food Manufacturing
Fixed Term Contract, Annual Salary: £60,000, Location: Chester.
We are looking for an experienced Technical Support Manager to assist the development, governance, and improvement of technical and quality systems. The client is looking for a candidate that is familiar with the demands of a site supplying a diverse range of retail customers and the audit schedules and food safety systems involved.
You will help drive technical compliance, deliver the internal audit programme, support digital transformation, and ensure consistent food safety and quality standards.
The Fixed Term Contract will have the same benefits package as a permanent contract with fully paid holiday entitlement etc.
Key Responsibilities
* Support the processes of the Quality & Food Safety Systems
* Constantly update and maintain the risk‑based internal audit programme
* Carry out internal audits and support audit close‑out
* Produce weekly and monthly KPI and technical performance reports
* Support the introduction of digital and paperless technical systems
* Ensure compliance with customer, legal, and accreditation standards
* Work collaboratively with site teams on technical training and capability
Qualifications
* Food Safety Level 3 & HACCP Level 3 (minimum)
* Significant food industry experience
* Strong understanding of BRCGS and retailer Codes of Practice
* Internal Auditor trained
* Good knowledge of technical systems, auditing, and non‑conformance management
* Excellent organisational and communication skills
If you are looking for a long‑term contract role working in a busy environment with some highly experienced food industry technical professionals this is an ideal extended contract role.
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