Job Description
Senior Technical Manager– Food Manufacturing
Location: Newtownards, Northern Ireland
Salary: Negotiable
Type: Full-time, Permanent
The Opportunity
We’re working with a well-established, fast-growing ambient food manufacturing business in the Lisburn area as they continue through a period of investment and transformation. They are now seeking a Senior Technical Manager to lead food safety, compliance, and technical standards across the site.
This is a key leadership role with scope to shape the future of the technical function while contributing to site-wide improvements. It would suit an experienced Technical Manager ready to step up, seeking greater ownership and influence.
Key Responsibilities
1. Lead the Technical, Hygiene, QA and Compliance teams on site, building a high-performing and proactive culture
2. Maintain and develop the site’s Quality and Food Safety Management Systems in line with BRCGS and customer expectations
3. Ensure compliance with all legal, customer, and internal standards
4. Lead and prepare for all external audits (including major UK retailers & Food Service)
5. Drive continuous improvement across quality, systems and hygiene
6. Support and develop the team through effective coaching and leadership
7. Champion a culture of food safe...