Established for over 40 years, our client, a well-respected food processor and wholesaler, has built an enviable reputation for the consistent quality of service and product provided to its prestigious hospitality customers based in the region. They now seek to recruit a part-time Technical Manager to ensure that effective company policies, procedures and standards for the site continue to be implemented, maintained and developed.
As Technical Manager you will:
identify, develop and implement management systems to control Quality, Food Safety and Integrity
advise and consult with suppliers, external bodies, enforcement officers concerning Quality, Food Safety and the Integrity Management System
provide technical support to the manufacturing operation and assist in problem-solving
provide technical advice in assessing new suppliers, raw materials and product complaint investigations
work closely with suppliers to improve material cost and quality
in tandem with the Quality Manager, evaluate the effectiveness of hygiene procedures and advise on the preparation and improvement of hygiene schedules/cleaning instructions
instil the importance of quality assurance in all personnel
implement a continuous improvement philosophy
As Technical Manager, you will need:
Degree in Microbiology, Food Science, Food Technology
Knowledge of food legislation
Knowledge of SALSA or BRC food safety standards
Knowledge of Quality Assurance Procedures, relevant Accreditation requirements, HACCP microbiological & analytical techniques and interpretation of results and Factory & Company Procedures, Policies and Quality Standards
Understanding of quality management, manufacturing and statistical techniques
Knowledge and experience of organoleptic techniques and assessments of raw materials
Experience of production management (beneficial)
Salary & benefits:
£40-60k pro-rata
Part-time
Flexible hours
Annual profit-related bonus
Weekly food allowance
Christmas hamper & allowance
20 days holidays + stats (pro-rata)
Auto-enrolment pension
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