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