Technical Manager

Technical Manager

Are you a Technical Manager who is career-minded with good leadership skills and experience within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. Can you go further?

Location: Glasgow, Scotland
Salary: up to £55k plus benefits

The Candidate:

• Are you degree qualified in Food Science or a related subject?
• Do you have extensive experience gained in a fast-paced food production environment, dealing with supermarket multiples?
• Do you have an in-depth knowledge of relevant legislation and food industry standards, familiar with Food Safety, Allergen Control, Microbiology and Quality Assurance?
• Are you an experienced auditor with a thorough working knowledge of HACCP, BRC and Internal Auditing Systems.
• Can you demonstrate a clear and engaging style of communication?
• Are you looking for an opportunity to progress to being a Head of Technical?

If you can answer “yes” to most of the above questions, please read on….

The Role – Technical Manager:

• Report into the Head of Technical:
• Drive and implement robust Technical Standards, Systems and Processes in line with the site’s Operational Vision and Group Strategy.
• Strive for Continuous Improvement in all areas of the operation, guaranteeing compliance with relevant legislative, customer, product and Health & Safety standards.
• Lead, coach and develop the Quality Assurance Team.
• Act as a key contact with customers on all technical issues.
• KPI’s will clearly be aimed at minimising Quality Withdrawals and maintaining a BRC grade of A*.

What will you get?

• An excellent chance for career progression; we are looking for people with the potential for further promotion.

To apply for this role, please send a copy of your CV quoting ref EH/TMG to emma.hanson@silven.co.uk or for a confidential discussion, please call on 0161 832 7463.