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Senior Technical Manager, London (Acton)
Location: London (Acton), United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Views:
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Posted:
15.08.2025
Expiry Date:
29.09.2025
Job Description:
Senior Technical Manager
Technical - Taiko Acton
Contract: Full Time
Salary: £75,000 - £80,000
Contracted Hours: 40
Established in 1997, Taiko is a leading UK manufacturer of sushi, Food To Go, Prepared Meals, and Snacking products, supplying major retailers like Waitrose, Tesco, and Sainsbury’s. Over 25 years, Taiko has pioneered many first-to-market products in the UK.
As a Senior Technical Manager, you will serve as the key technical interface for customers, internal teams, and suppliers, ensuring food safety, quality, and legal compliance. Reporting to the Head of Technical, you will lead the technical team, drive improvements, and shape strategic technical operations.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide strategic technical leadership on food safety, compliance, and quality standards.
* Oversee food safety, quality, and regulatory compliance, including BRCGS accreditation.
* Build relationships with suppliers and customers, ensuring product standards are met.
* Manage and improve the Quality Management System (QMS).
* Lead audits and ensure compliance with certification standards.
* Manage HACCP processes, risk assessments, and corrective actions.
* Oversee supplier audits and approvals.
* Lead and develop the technical team through coaching and training.
Key Requirements:
* Senior technical or quality management experience in food manufacturing.
* Knowledge of BRCGS, HACCP, food safety legislation, and retailer standards.
* Experience in audits, supplier management, and compliance.
* Strong leadership skills and team development experience.
We offer:
* Career growth opportunities, including an apprentice program.
* Support for physical, mental, and financial wellbeing.
* Annual discretionary bonus.
* Discretionary Life Assurance and Income Protection.
* Group Personal Pension.
* Private Medical Cash Plan.
* Access to retail, cinema, and gym discounts via our reward platform.
* 50% discount on food when dining with us.
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