Technical Manager

Key Responsibilities:

• Implement the technical strategy on a day-to-day basis ensuring that all technical standard customer codes of practice and food legislation are consistently adhered to.
• To be a first point of contact for factory technical personnel ensuring that site  technical policies and quality standards are maintained, and requests for information are responded to in a timely and accurate manner.
• Ensure that HACCP is maintained within the factory and reflects best practice at all times.
• Ensure the QA department is run effectively and adequate technical resources are available.
• Ensure that all areas have adequate pest control mechanisms in place to limit the threat to food safety.
• Carry out trend analysis of quality issues e.g. customer complaints and TVC counts. Monitor, review and communicate where necessary.
• Manage and coordinate internal audits by;
  • 1) Implementing audits ensuring scope is applicable,
  • 2) Planning and scheduling internal audits to the required frequency, and
  • 3) Following up on issues raised and implementing relevant corrective action.
• General support and guidance of the management team with regard to technical issues as required.
• Ensure appropriate intervention/action takes place as required when a failure occurs in any areas ensuring action points are taken and results communicated to relevant areas.
• Ensure all raw materials meet specifications and requirements.
• Create an environment of acceptance to change by promoting pro-activeness and adjustment.
• Develop a culture of teamwork and cooperation throughout the site and  through your own influence and guidance.
• Engage in ad hoc project work that will strengthen and develop the Technical Department.
• Advise and provide information to site Management, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements by fully understanding company policy and procedures, current and future technical legislation and its implications on the business.
• Liaise with an Environmental Agency, and APHA where necessary, whilst establishing a good working relationship and providing timely statutory reports as and when required.

 
Person Specification:

• Degree level qualification in a food or a science related subject or a minimum of 5 years experience in a Technical / Quality Assurance food manufacturing role.
• High care experience 
• Food Safety Level 3 minimum
• HACCP Level 3 minimum
• Lead Auditor Trained a distinct advantage
• First hand experience of driving, managing and delivering projects to demanding deadlines is a distinct advantage.
• First hand experience of team management.